Estimator

JB418: Estimator

Location: London

Salary: £28,800 to £45,000

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Estimator on behalf of one of our clients.

To calculate and prepare tender submissions, working out what a contract will cost to deliver, whilst ensuring it returns the required profit.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be considered.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure quotations are issued accurately and on time.
Raise queries with information received with the relevant parties effectively and efficiently.
Make sure all offers comply with Health & Safety Regulations.
To ensure all specifications submitted are compatible with the works required.
Provide contract documentation to our branches upon receipt of order and to make sure all necessary credit checks have been completed prior to this.
Assist relevant contracts staff with project programmes when needed.
Attend sites as and when required in order to take measurements or training etc.
Prepare Tenders/offers in accordance with all our procedures as set out on Estimating information sheets and by required return date.
To prepare tenders/offers from architects drawings and/or site visits.
To estimate the type and amount of materials necessary to deliver the contract against the agreed specifications.
To estimate the cost of labour, plant, equipment and overheads.
To liaise with Contracts Manager/Supervisor/Design department, by handover meeting, on receipt of order, to communicate pricing information of the tender.
Skills and Qualifications:

Adaptability/ business awareness/ detail handling/ initiative/planning and organising/roofing industry/plant/safety and communication.
Experience of flat roofing estimation is essential.
General computer awareness.
Valid CSCS card
Location: London

Salary: £28,800 to £45,000