Estimator/Pre-Contract Administrator
Smith Construction (Heckington) Ltd are a construction company based in the village of Heckington, Lincolnshire, with an enviable reputation for quality. We undertake a variety of projects including large scale commercial and residential developments, groundworks and civils projects and specialist external sports facility construction. We also have our own plant hire division, maintenance division and surfacing division.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for someone to join our team. We are looking for an Estimator/Pre-Contract Administrator to join our busy and ambitious Estimating department.
This is a full-time role predominantly based from our offices. But there will be the need to travel to site locations to fulfil the job role. Company transportation will be provided as part of the package to facilitate this.
In this position, you will be responsible for aiding in business development, communicating with potential clients, assisting in project design, and conducting sales activities. A high level of customer service is expected within this role as, at times, you will be the initial face of the company. We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a willingness to learn and has good attention to detail.
Experience in estimating civils and groundworks using the estimate program, or similar, is desirable, but not essential. Training will be provided for the right candidate. Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Fully conversant with Microsoft packages essential.
What you’ll be doing:
· Assist the estimating team with specific take offs.
* Prepare full tender submissions.
* Pricing bills of quantities for tenders, predominantly civils, small works and groundworks.
* Working alongside existing members of staff to assist with general day-to-day running of the department.
* Provide detailed handovers and support to the contracts department.
* Conduct initial site visits to meet potential clients, ascertain works required and take measurements.
* Support further visits on all civil and groundworks projects until the project reaches completion.
* Assist CAD technician with design works for projects priced and secured.
* Provide support to site managers for all civil and groundwork projects secured.
* Liaise with Contracts Co-ordinator and support the Contracts Department as required.
* Dealing with customers/client emails and phone calls, ensuring professional and exceptional customer service.
What you’ll bring:
· Excellent communication and customer service skills.
· Experience in construction estimating (preferred).
· Experience in preparing and submitting tender submissions (preferred).
· The ability to present to and negotiate with potential clients.
· A willingness to learn new procedures.
· A valid full UK driving license.
What we offer:
· Full time position.
· Competitive salary (to be discussed during interview and dependent on experience).
· Holiday allowance - 22 days plus bank holidays (full Christmas and New Year shutdown).
· Casual day to day office attire (smart clothing expected for meetings with potential clients).
· Free parking.
· The opportunity to be part of a credible and ambitious team.
To be considered for this role, please send expression of interest together with a current CV to:
Shaun Brown – Senior Estimator
shaun.brown@smithsportscivils.co.uk
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £27,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:
* 25% (required)
Work Location: In person
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