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Pre-Construction Estimator / Project Manager Location – Leeds, LS27 (This is a regional role covering Yorkshire / North East / North West) Permanent Position Monthly Car Allowance Life Insurance Employee Discounts via Perkbox Cycle to Work Scheme Access to a virtual GP and Health & Wellbeing App Training & Development Have you got skills and experience in an Estimating / Pre-Con Project Management role, with a customer focused mind-set, if so then we have got the role for you. The APS Projects & Design Team are specialists in workplace strategy, interior design, business relocation, design & build, commercial fit out and refurbishment. We operate throughout the UK, working for a diverse range of clients within the commercial office market. We deliver office moves and relocation services to our varied client base. As a Pre-Con Estimator / Project Manager within Apleona APS Projects & Design, you will work collaboratively within our team to support the planning and delivery of a varied range of projects for office fit outs and refurbishments. As the Pre-Con Estimator / Project Manager, you will work within the Project Team providing estimates, quotations and tender support for projects which are timely, accurate and well thought out proposals. This critical role encompasses the delivery of key business objectives, financial management and control, and the hands-on daily operational management of existing and new fit out and refurbishment contracts. Estimating experience within the commercial fit out/construction sector. Working knowledge of estimating systems and methodology and can implement these throughout the pre-construction and project delivery process. Able to control/ manage a project from engagement to completion financially. Exceptional organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage numerous work streams over varying size. Proficient in all Microsoft packages. Valid UK Driving license with access to own vehicle You will work 37.5 hours per week with some flexibility required, with access to Apleona employee benefits that will be available to you as soon as you start including a generous car allowance and 25 days holiday plus BH. Apleona is an equal opportunities employer who deliver workspace services and facilities management to clients all over the UK;

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