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Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator – Birmingham – Construction - £70,000 - £90,000 & Package

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Senior Estimator from a main contracting background for a Birmingham City centre based contractor. The requirement is for a Senior Estimator who has experience of general construction across industrial units, offices, hotels, student accommodation, apartments.

Projects are located throughout the Midlands and typically range in value from £15M - £30M with larger projects up to £90M. You will be expected to deal with multiple tenders simultaneously and report into the Head of Estimating. You will be joining an established team and the vacancy is due to increase in workload.

Estimator Position Benefits

  • Salary £70,000 - £90,000 (Dependant on experience)
  • Car allowance
  • Pensions scheme
  • Additional benefits to be discussed
  • City centre location

Role And Responsibilities:

  • Liaise and support client engagement before, during and following the tender process to fully understand the client’s requirements.
  • Prepare and ensure tender submissions are submitted accurately and on time.
  • Conduct take offs and produce Bill of Quantities on projects
  • Engage with supply chain to obtain accurate quotes for materials and services to establish true cost estimates.
  • Understand and scrutinise the supply chain quotations ensuring accuracy, value for money and resolve cost discrepancies whilst maintaining profitability.
  • Understand and present financial overviews of tenders and their value for adjudication.
  • Develop the Company’s current supply chain introducing new suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Help to develop new business by introducing new tender opportunities.
  • Work with existing pre-construction team to view project information, complete tenders etc.
  • Have a thorough understanding of project, scope of works and restrictions imposed by contractual requirements and site conditions.
  • Prepare a handover pack and presentation for the construction team when handing over secured tenders.
  • Work closely and assist with the pre-construction team on quality questions and further bid requirements.
  • Communicate regularly and effectively to all team members.
  • Help ensure that the Company maintains its image for quality and value for money within its budget and profit targets.

KNOWLEDGE:

  • A strong knowledge of building industry practices, processes and requirements
  • Up to date knowledge of health and safety matters including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
  • Ability to communicate and interact with stakeholders at all levels
  • Knowledge of a range of different construction techniques, including sustainable and environmental construction their practical implications
  • Ability to work to timescales under pressure and in a fast paced environment.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Possess a good level of practical skill in the use of Microsoft Office packages and estimating software e.g. Conquest.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 7 years’ experience as an Estimator and working within the preconstruction department
  • Good technical construction knowledge.
  • Construction related degree (preferred but not essential).
  • Good time management skills.
  • Full clean driving licence.

 

Interviews are available W/C 29th and a start can be organised as soon as it suits both parties.


Location: Birmingham | Salary: 70000 - 90000 per year | Job type: Permanent | Posted: 26/04/2024

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