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My client, a Tier 1 Main Contractor, requires a permanent Senior Estimator with a strong Civil Infrastructure background, based in their Swindon or London office.
Purpose of the Role
Preparation of detailed and accurate pricing for tenders and supporting clients with pricing support for early contractor involvement projects.
Role Accountabilities
* Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times
* Coordinate with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing
* Agree on methodologies and outputs for key activities with Planner, Bid Manager, and Design Manager
* Advise Bid Manager/Design Manager on the most competitive design options
* Produce competitive prices using appropriate methodologies relevant to the scheme
* Advise on the sufficiency of client bill of quantities/activity schedules and arrange full quantity take-offs as required
Preparation of Price Estimates
* Labour: Develop local/build-up rates, include relevant agreements and wages, and prepare scheme-specific labour rate calculations
* Plant: Develop local/build-up rates, liaise with Planner on resource levels
* Materials: Create comparison sheets considering unit rates, wastage, waiting times, and liaise with procurement for supplier selection
* Subcontract Packages: Liaise with procurement and bid team for subcontractor selection, evaluate quotations, prepare comparison sheets, and finalize selections
* Temporary Works: Coordinate with relevant teams to define scope and costs
* Staffing: Agree staffing levels, patterns, overtime rates, and liaise on durations and client requirements
* Risk: Collaborate with Bid and risk managers to update risk registers
Final Settlement and Submission
* Prepare tender summaries and backup sheets
* Present pricing at key meetings
* Adjust pricing for settlement, prepare final documentation, and ensure positive cash flow
* Coordinate tender documentation and address client clarifications
Handover (for successful bids)
* Prepare and issue handover pricing documents
* Attend handover meetings
Review (for unsuccessful bids)
* Coordinate feedback review for future improvements
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