The following is what you will be trained to do during the 2 year apprenticeship.
Apprentices will have the opportunity to rotate departments to gain knowledge and experience of all areas within the business. This will include:
* Estimating
* CAD/Draughting & Technical
* Pre-Construction, Contracts & Operations
* Compliance & Document Management
* Financial/Accounts
Key Objectives
* Work alongside and report directly to the Senior Estimator.
* Attend site meetings with the Contracts and Commercial Departments to develop an understanding of project requirements and assist with measuring works.
* Support the preparation of accurate and competitive cost estimates.
* Assist in managing enquiries, tenders, and project documentation within the estimating department.
* Develop knowledge of the estimating process within the construction and cladding sector.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Estimating Support
* Assist with cladding estimating and measurement of works.
* Prepare estimates using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.
* Assist with the preparation and formatting of tender submissions.
* Obtain prices and quotations from suppliers and manufacturers.
* Assist in evaluating tenders and preparing summary information for review by the Senior Estimator.
Enquiries & Tender Administration
* Receive and manage enquiries via post, email, and telephone.
* Complete Enquiry forms
* Enter new enquiries into the Tender Register.
* Check enquiry documentation including drawings and specifications.
* Download and organise project drawings and specifications for review by the Senior Estimator.
* Prepare and maintain the Quotation Follow-Up Register.
* Prepare quote feedback reports.
* Reject enquiries where necessary in consultation with senior staff.
Supplier & Client Liaison
* Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers to obtain project leads.
* Obtain supplier pricing information.
* Conduct credit checks on clients and update the credit risk documentation.
* Liaise with the Small Works Contracts Manager regarding site visits and estimates.
Project Coordination
* Assist with organising workload and prioritising tender return dates.
* Attend pre-let meetings with senior management where required.
* Support handover meetings with the Commercial and Contracts Departments following successful tenders.
* Assist with organising the Tender Lists and tracking return dates.
* Maintain and distribute weekly tender chase-up lists.
Site & Project Support
* Attend site visits to assist with measuring works and understanding project requirements.
* Liaise with the Contracts Department regarding technical or unusual project details.
Administration & Office Support
* Maintain accurate filing systems for estimating documentation.
* Update registers and reports when orders are received.
* Create and maintain job files for new projects.
* Assist with general office duties including: Changing plotter paper and cartridges; Answering the phone and taking messages; Greeting visitors and answering the door
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