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.
Trainee Estimator duties;
* 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.
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