An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Graduate Estimator to join our Housing Partnerships NW team based in Bolton.The main purpose of the role is to primarily support the Pre-construction team within the Estimating department you will gain experience on estimating negotiated contracts, the preparation of tenders and estimating works for onsite projects.
Competitive Salary / 26 Days Holidays / Pension Scheme / Free Parking / Private Health Care / Professional Development & Training Opportunities / Free Wellbeing Initiatives such as eye care vouchers, occupational health, employee assistance programme / Ministry of Fun / Flexible Working / Online Retailer Discounts (Seddon Smartspending)
What you’ll do:
* To support the Estimating team in carrying out their duties
* To coordinate and manage the process of supplier enquiries through the Conquest Estimating system
* To maintain the register of all enquiries as sent and received
* Maintain Pre-Contract supply chain database of supplies
* Measurement and pricing of bills of quantities using Conquest estimating software
* Assisting with cost planning of projects from initial feasibility to contract
* To support the wider Preconstruction Team when required
* Carry out general administration associated with tender preparation and submission
* Good verbal communication skills for interaction with internal and external team
* Working with key pre-construction contacts from within the Pre-Contract team; Bid Managers, Bid Writers, Estimators, Planners and other technical experts.
Have you got what it takes:
* QS Degree or equivalent
* Computer literate and able to use Excel, Word and PowerPoint to a good standard
* A confident ambassador of the company
* Ability to interpret, simplify and respond to complex documents and legislations and good analytical skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders .
Location
Department
Housing Partnerships NW
Company
4 - Seddon Construction - Housing Partnerships
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