CRS are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for a full time Estimator in Essex. Estimating on hard and soft landscaping projects plus roof/podiums. The role is Hybrid, up to 4 days at home, 1 day in the office per week. Job Purpose: You will be an integral part of the team and be responsible for compiling and producing competitive tenders to a range of clients including main contractors. You will be required to manage, further develop and secure hard and soft landscaping works. You will be expected to liaise closely with the Operations teams, Pre Construction Manager and Directors to achieve growth, profit and expansion. Key Accountabilities: To complete tender projects, utilising issued bills of quantities, construction plans and specifications within the required time frame To produce take offs and produce internal BOQ and quote packs Awareness and identify Risks in terms of Construction details or programme To source supply chain prices To carry out time critical tendering Client management – Identify RFI’s with solutions that will need to be brought to the clients attention at tender stage. Lead time and deadline management – Communicate with the client to ensure that they are fully aware of the progress within the tender stage deadlines. Budget management – Maintain margins set by the Podium Divisional Manager and Directors. Concise and detailed Project Handovers with the Operations Team and Commercial Team Attend site visits when requested and when necessary to secure projects Maintain relationships with Existing clients & seek out and build new relationships Adhere to company standards To play an active key role in settling bids in conjunction with the Podium Divisional Manager. Protecting the company at all times The above list is not exclusive or exhaustive; postholders are expected to be professional, co-operative and flexible in line with needs of the post, department and the needs of the company. Technical Competencies Qualifications Degree, relevant professional qualification or equivalent (desirable) Experience A minimum of five years’ (or equivalent) practical work experience as an Estimator in the Landscape or Construction industry. Experience of estimating systems is desired although training will be given where required. Experience in the landscaping sector Experience working in Design Development along side Landscape Architects Experience in Podium construction Assessing levels of Risk on each project Ability to improve margin on a project Experience & knowledge of the industry Knowledge Good commercial and contractual knowledge of common contracts used in the industry such as NEC and JCT A good working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of programmes is essential. Knowledge of hard and soft landscaping elements Knowledge in Podium construction Preferable good knowledge of Tree & Shrubs Skills and Abilities Excellent people skills with the ability to negotiate with and influence audiences High quality and customer service orientation Ability to develop systems and processes to manage and deliver required objectives Ability to contribute to, monitor and control budgets Understanding clients’ needs High level analytical with an ability to deliver creative solutions. Demonstrable skills in negotiating and client management skills Demonstrate skills in understanding of Podium Construction Ability to build relationships; communicate and negotiate effectively, work under pressure, multi task and maintain high level of attention to detail Excellent oral, presentation and written communication skills A desire to achieve personal goals and further develop the business. Ability to work Remotely Gathering quotes from sub contractors & suppliers Commercial awareness Problem solving Aware of data confidentially Supporting buying activities Additional Requirements Able to use a PC including Microsoft Office applications and other relevant software as used by the organisation. Other Requirements This role requires the post holder to be an Essential Car User, hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle This role requires the post holder to work occasional evenings and weekends