Estimator

COMPANY:

My Client are a South coast based Contractor, part of a Group turning over close to £2billion. Covering the Dorset/ Hampshire areas their expertise is in New Build and Refurbishment projects valued up to £25million. The key to their success is the team. Very rarely do they recruit as people tend to join and continue their career with them, the last redundancy from this office was back in 1992. No one has been made redundant through this recession and all bonuses have been paid, including this year. If you are looking for a great work/ life balance, working with a close knit team and job security then look no further.

Due to a retirement in May and a subsequent internal promotion my client are now seeking an Estimator/ Senior Estimator to join the team.

Estimator roles/ duties:
Taking tenders from initial enquiry to submission.
Provision of timely and accurate estimates
Analyse contract documentation and prepare accurate subcontractor packages for pricing.
Maintaining an updated cost base
Liaise and negotiate with sub contractors and suppliers
Active participation in adjudication meetings
Requirement to carry out some surveying duties when necessary
Maintain good relationships with prospective clients and professionals to promote further tender invitations.

Skills required:
Previous estimating experience of at least 5 years with a contractor in a similar role
Knowledge of building material components, building regulations, estimating (including taking off) and H&S.
Computer skills, especially Excel
Knowledge of contractual procedures and responsibilities
Good negotiation, influencing and communication skills
Well spoken and personable.
Strong analytical and reasoning abilities
Good organisation skills and attention to detail
Confident and resourceful
Evidence of maintaining a professional, consistent and fair approach
Self-motivated with ability to work alone or in a team
Local knowledge of suppliers and subcontractors