Estimator Required
I am working with a large and reputable client in the Facilities Management sector who are in the market for an Estimator to join the team in Barrow. This opportunity will see you being part of a stable and reliable team with the support of a business that strive to ensure you feel supported in your personal and career progression and development.
The Estimator Role:
* To manage the bid and resource co-ordination process involving both direct and indirect staff management.
* To have industry knowledge to keep abreast of competitors methodologies.
* Provide information and prepare and compilation of proposal submissions including solution and option appraisal of new methods of FM Service delivery to identify valid and viable commercial delivery options.
* Proactive approach to the continuous improvement in communications, management procedures and systems to maximise profitability and improve operational efficiencies.
* Management of the implementation of ‘best practice’ arising from consultation and liaison with external bodies and other divisions.
* Management of the implementation of common practice across the division to ensure meaningful commercial and operational datum’s are established.
* Use of the clients Estimating package / system to verify validity of bids.
* Obtaining specialist subcontractor costs.
* Read and understand the client requests / documentation.
* Formulate bid based on BDM brief where required.
* Labour loading of asset information.
* Attend site visits as required across the UK as part of the bid process.
* Assist in the production of correspondence and documentation.
* Update Pipeline Reporting System and to contribute, to the generation of BD Management information reports.
* Attend Divisional Bid Meetings.
* Progressing submitted tenders.
* Assist in formulation of tender returns.
* Establishing agreed benchmarks for performance.
* Measurement of performance versus contracted requirements.
* Identification of a broad range of cost saving initiatives in line with contractual obligations.
* Interactions with client organisations as required, providing meaningful reports and proactive data and information.
Requirements to apply for the Estimator Role:
* Educated to HNC/HND Standard (or equivalent).
* Must hold relevant qualification in quantity surveying (degree level preferable)
* Experience working within a QS capacity
* Relevant experience of estimating within the FM Industry.
* Experience of working in an SFG20 environment is desirable.
* Proficient IT Skills to include, Word, Powerpoint and EXCEL.
* UK working expeirence and a full UK Passport.
If you are applying for the position, please make sure apply with your fully up to date CV and contact number and we will be in contact with you ASAP