Job Description

Overview
My client operates across the North West with a strong presence in public sector delivery of new build and refurbishment projects in education, blue light, further education, public and leisure buildings, healthcare and maintenance supported by private sector commercial, specialist residential and industrial schemes.
The Role
As an estimator, you'll be responsible for producing estimates from BQ's and Drawings & Specifications, under both traditional and design & build contracts.
Working for a diverse client base and frameworks you will be involved in contract values range from 50k - 15m. Building strong relationships and working client facing within collaborative public framework environments in which we operate is essential.
Appraisal and evaluation of client tender requirements and specifications in bid preparation
Abstract and report on contractual tender stage information
Manage tender information efficiently
Undertaking tender site visits
Develop subcontract trade package enquiries
Take off and produce tender stage bills of quantities
Pricing of tender labour, plant and material rates build ups
Analysing supply chain enquiries for tender
Producing tender risk information
Reporting for tender adjudication
Communication and handover of estimates
Early engagement with client teams to provide cost advice
Providing early stage project cost plans
Managing client preconstruction phase programme expectations
Delivering value engineering optioneering
Managing and reporting tender stage cost controls
Working within a client collaborative team environment
Ideal Candidate
Excels in working as part of a team and under own supervision
Strong time management/ prioritisation skills
Ability to self motivate and work to deadlines
Works well under pressure
Competence in computerised estimating and take-off software and general IT skills
Industry recognised construction related qualifications.
Previous experience within a similar role
Drive and enthusiasm to succeed and improve
Key benefits
24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
Staff holidays buy/sell scheme
Additional staff holiday incentives.
Cycle to work scheme
Death in service cover
Pension
Employee Assistance Programme
Mental health support
Training and Developments Programmes

Skills Required