Principal Consultant - Technical & Engineering
Are you ready to take the next step in your commercial/Pre-Construction career? Maybe you're an experienced Quantity Surveyor who wants a change from the weekly travel to and from site?
My client, a leading specialist main contractor, is seeking an experienced Commercial Pre-con lead to join their Estimating department. This is a senior role within a stable but growing contractor.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
* Provide a costing service at tender stage for customers and clients using Conquest estimating software.
* Meet with Commercial and Contracts management teams weekly pre-commencement of project to formally hand over the project, ensuring that the correct information is transferred to the Manufacturing team.
* Price variations and extras during each contract before work proceeds.
* Collate all final costs and prepare the final bill for each project.
* Liaise with Contracts management regularly on widening the pool of sub-contractors and suppliers.
* Review and monitor project costs versus budgets on Conquest.
* Promote and ensure a safe working environment, ensuring compliance with SHE Policies and Procedures.
* Carry out other duties that are consistent with the job holder's knowledge and skills to assist the company in achieving its goals and objectives.
Technical Competencies
Essential
* Possess a relevant 3rd level qualification.
* Previous precon/estimating experience (3 years plus) with a main contractor or construction company.
* Demonstrate experience across all stages of a project from concept to handover.
* Ability to negotiate and influence outcomes, internally and externally.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
* High level of initiative and motivation.
* Excellent time management, project planning, and organisational skills.
* Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Ability to innovate, problem solve, and adapt to changing client requirements.
Desired Skills and Experience
Preconstruction, Estimating, Tendering, Quantity Surveyor, Procurement, Pre-Construction.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Engineering, Management, and Manufacturing
Industries: Building Construction, Building Structure and Exterior Contractors, and Construction
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