Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator – Manchester – Fit Out - £60,000 - £70,000 & Package

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Senior Estimator from a fit out background for a North West based contractor. The requirement is for an experienced Estimator who has delivered Cat A & Cat B fit out projects.

Projects are located throughout the North West and will be predominantly office and education fit outs and M&E works. Projects can range in value from £20,000 - £3.5M. You will have extensive experience in office and commercial sectors and have worked for commercial fit out contractors previously.

Estimator Position Benefits

• Salary £60,000 - £70,000 (Dependant on experience)
• Bonus
• Pensions scheme
• Additional benefits to be discussed

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:

• 5+ 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.