Janco Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Trainee Estimator / Quantity Surveyor on behalf of their clients based in West Bromwich.
An excellent remuneration package is available for the suitable candidate with a salary between 25,000pa - 35,000pa experience dependant.
Responsibilities:
* To work closely with Estimators to pick up the skills required to provide estimates for tenders/enquiries.
* Acquire the skills to compile estimates for projects/tenders as per agreed format.
* Acquire the skills to identify and detail materials necessary to achieve the agreed scope of works.
* Acquire the skills to produce accurate tender analysis for joinery/production elements when required.
Quantity Surveyor Duties:
* Analyse tenders and job specifications to ensure all required information for calculating costs is included. Communicate with clients, architects, consultants and/or contracts team for clarification as required.
* Calculate final figure for the estimated cost, supplemented by adjustments for overheads and profit, presenting a tender price.
* Predict the likely progress rate and completion rate of the project bearing in mind sub-contract arrangements.
* Carry out negotiations with sub-contract trades for the achievement of the best cost to value.
* Calculate total costs for both proposed and actual jobs to include comparison of quantities and alternative production methods.
* Refine specifications to provide for better production, lower costs, and better suitability to meet job requirements.
* Award orders in agreement with contracts team and purchasing manager based on time required, price and quality of work.
* Where necessary survey sites to ensure familiarity with the work being carried out and the environment.
* Develop and maintain good working relationships with third party consultants, architects, building control, sub-contractors etc.
* Produce all cost information, sub-contract quotations, labour analysis for handover to the Contracts Manager.
* Monitor costs through the use of computers to improve the accuracy of future pricing.
* Attend training when required.
Previous experience within a similar role or a relevant qualification is advantageous.
If you are interested in hearing more about the role then please apply with your CV and Jade will be in touch.
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