I am currently recruiting for an estimator to join a civil engineering and construction specialist. My client is looking for a civils / construction estimator who ideally has a HNC in construction and 10 years’ experience within the industry. You will have a proven track record in an estimating position, with a desirable focus on civils projects. If you have any energy sector experience, that’s a huge plus! You must have strong knowledge and understanding of first principles pricing techniques and be proficient in pricing and understanding SMM7 method of measurement.
This role is based in South Yorkshire and can offer an office based or hybrid working model (for the right individual). The salary is up to £60,000 depending on experience with a car allowance of £4,000, bonus scheme, 26 days holiday + bank holidays plus other benefits.
Duties and responsibilities
* Preparing bills of quantities by taking off measurements and extracting details from specification documents
* Prepare accurate cost estimates from first principal pricing methods including financial analysis
* Prepare detailed tender programmes to support our tender bids
* Undertake tender adjudication meetings with the Commercial Director prior to submission of bids
* Prepare quotation letters accurately detailing our tender offer
* Managing and evaluating supply chain enquiries to obtain accurate and competitive quotations
* Provide input into project risk and value engineering initiatives
* Building and maintaining successful professional relationships with our clients, consultants and designers
* Chairing internal pre-construction handover meetings
* Assist with business development opportunities
* Provide project account and variation support to the Project Delivery team
* Attendance at team, commercial and client/contractor on-site meetings
* Attendance at tender site visit meetings.
Requirements
* Proficient in the use of estimation software (ConQuest or similar)
* Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and Project
* Ability to read and interpret drawings and specification documents
* An understanding of various forms of construction contracts
* A full, clean UK driving licence is essential for this role
How to apply
To apply for this role or to find out more information, please send a CV to Hayley Wood.
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