Estimator , North West England
My client operates across the North West with a strong presence in public sector delivery of new build and refurbishment projects in education, blue light, further education, public and leisure buildings, healthcare and maintenance supported by private sector commercial, specialist residential and industrial schemes.
The Role
As an estimator, you’ll be responsible for producing estimates from BQ’s and Drawings & Specifications, under both traditional and design & build contracts.
Working for a diverse client base and frameworks you will be involved in contract values range from £50k – £15m. Building strong relationships and working client facing within collaborative public framework environments in which we operate is essential.
* Appraisal and evaluation of client tender requirements and specifications in bid preparation
* Abstract and report on contractual tender stage information
* Manage tender information efficiently
* Undertaking tender site visits
* Develop subcontract trade package enquiries
* Take off and produce tender stage bills of quantities
* Pricing of tender labour, plant and material rates build ups
* Analysing supply chain enquiries for tender
* Producing tender risk information
* Reporting for tender adjudication
* Communication and handover of estimates
* Early engagement with client teams to provide cost advice
* Providing early stage project cost plans
* Managing client preconstruction phase programme expectation
Ideal Candidate
* Excels in working as part of a team and under own supervision
* Strong time management/ prioritisation skills
* Ability to self motivate and work to deadlines
* Works well under pressure
* Competence in computerised estimating and take-off software and general IT skills
* Industry recognised construction related qualifications.
* Previous experience within a similar role
* Drive and enthusiasm to succeed and improve
Key benefits
* 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
* Staff holidays buy/sell scheme
* Additional staff holiday incentives.
* Cycle to work scheme
* Death in service cover
* Pension
If you are interested in this job role please submit your application, alternatively you can give us a call to be the first to apply
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