Electrical Estimator
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Package (Car Allowance + Travel to Site + Pension + Healthcare & more!)
Location: Northampton
Client:
My client has established themselves as one of the UK’s leading M&E Contractors. Following their formation over 70+ years ago, they have grown their turnover in excess of £250m per annum. The business boasts a track record of delivering some of the UK’s and London’s landmark projects. Typically, they specialise in major shell and core projects in sectors such as commercial offices, healthcare, pharmaceutical, education & more. Despite their size, this Tier 1 M&E Contractor has fantastic staff retention rates with a reputation for looking after their staff. They offer excellent exposure and internal training schemes with a hands-on approach to developing their staff.
Role & Responsibilities:
* Support the Estimating team with Electrical bids and tenders.
* Prepare and submit prime cost estimates utilising Estimating Software systems.
* Liaise with internal and external engineers, consultants and subcontractors to construct and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
* Analyse drawings, specifications and other documentation to prepare estimates.
* Identify and provide alternative design proposals, solutions and value engineering options.
* Establish and maintain tendering processes and conduct negotiations.
* Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors.
* Monitor targets and workflow.
* Control and organise tender documentation.
* Liaise with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to gather pricing and technical information.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, materials, and pricing trends.
* Perform other duties at managements’ discretion.
Requirements:
* A sound technical knowledge of Electrical systems essential.
* Experience in Electrical Estimating.
* Knowledge of the construction industry essential.
* Experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office, estimating software and on-screen take off.
* Strong communication skills should be able to communicate confidently with all members of the construction team, directors, clients and consultants.
* Ability to work on own initiative with confidence and accuracy.