Estimator

Our client is a specialist building services contractor currently on the market for a Mechanical Estimator.

The successful Estimator will undertake the preparation of estimates, variations, quantified schedules of rates and bills of quantities , with the purpose of submitting competitive tender bids, following them up and securing work for the company.

Responsibilities:

• Log all tender enquiries and open electronic and paper tender files.
• Review and print all appropriate documentation (drawings, specifications, prelims, client enquiries, TQ’s, forms of contract, bid submission documentation)
• Quantification of labour, materials, and plant, based on take-offs from drawings, detailed review of specifications and other tender documentation.
• Prepare and send bid packages for suppliers to price including strict dates for return; follow up to ensure tender prices are received by agreed deadlines.
• Input all information on the estimation software throughout the process.
• Liaise with design and contract management team to determine methodologies for contract completion incorporating value engineering and appropriate new technologies.
• Determine a programme and timetable for completion of tender in line with company procedures and deadlines.
• Presentation of Estimate to senior management at tender finalisation.
• Manage post tender queries & associated tasks.
• Develop professional relationships with main contractors, consulting engineers, quantity surveyors and client bodies.

Criteria:

• Previous experience as a mechanical estimator, with a high level of commercial and contractual awareness
• A good level of competency of Microsoft, particularly Excel
• Attention to Detail / Accuracy
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Excellent Communication Skills

Salary on offer is in the region of £55k depending upon experience.

For further information and a confidential discussion please email your CV through the link

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