Job description
We are currently looking for a Senior Estimator or Estimator to join our client based just outside London. Preferably 5 years minimum estimating Civil Engineering projects, ideally in the Water sector. Role: To play a significant role in ensuring the Company achieves its strategic objectives through effective pricing of tender submissions in line with relevant company policies and processes.
Reporting to the Comemercial Manager you will be dealing with internal and external stakeholders. Key Duties: 1.Be able to carry out take-offs from drawings / BIM CAD models 2.Be able to build up rates for labour, plant, material, s/c from first principles 3.Responsible for ensuring all tender deliverables are met within defined timescales 4.
Understand contract requirements, specifications, obligations, roles and responsibilities 5.Complete tender appraisals within required timescales 6.Prepares / Prices tender submissions with most advantageous, accurate nett bids in line with any framework agreements / rates 7.Communicate any issues within individual tenders or groups of bids that will present operational challenges or expose the company to increased risk 8.
Ensure tenders make sufficient allowance for health and safety issues 9.Ensure tenders reflect realistic programmes for the delivery of the project 10.Assist with development of Commercial Trainees / Estimating Administrators / Estimators Requirements Key Competencies Candidate Specification Personal Attributes Ability to take decisions and demonstrate accountability and integrity.
Ability to be an active and participating team member, able to transfer skills to others in order to achieve business objectives. Ability to troubleshoot and strategize in order to meet the long-term vision of the company. Problem solver and target driven individual. Ability to deliver required results while working in a high pressure environment.
Technical Specification Experience Required 5 years experience in a similar role. Essential Qualifications EUSR water hygiene card Competent in using Microsoft Word & Excel Desirable Qualifications Competent in using Microsoft project Benefits Benefits Competitive Salary 25 days annual leave Car allowance (if deemed business user) - £5,040 per annum Access to Group Pension Scheme after completion of probation Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover if joining pension scheme Healthcare cover for employees only Access to Employee Assistance Programme & Medicash after successful completion of probation Continuous Development Opportunities As an equal opportunities employer, Our client is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination based on age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join.