Our client, a blue chip contractor within Construction, Rail, Water and Infrastructure are looking for an Estimator to join their team in Hybrid - Site, Home and Bromsgrove Office. Main Tasks:
* Analyse and interpret information including appraisal of scheme requirements in terms of construction methods, programme and management
* Identify potential risks/benefits
* Liaise as appropriate with the Design / Delivery team
* Identify additional information required
* Identify possible alternative methods and products (as applicable)
* Identify subcontract/product packages, choose suppliers from database/framework list, liaise with supply chain, prepare enquiries and analyse responses
* Attend site visits as required
* Compile a comprehensive net cost estimate for the works, including preliminary items
* Prepare and present net cost estimate for internal adjudication
* Timely submission of tender, ensuring that the Clients requirements and specifications are met in full
* Follow up submitted tenders.
* Give others an overview of the scheme, highlighting any job specific risks / benefits
* Contribute to discussion on commercial approach
* Convert estimates to tender
* Develop/produce basic/high level MS Project tender programmes as required
* Develop/produce Manpower histograms as required
* Distribute any available feedback to the team
* Keep all administration systems and processes up to date
* Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge necessary for the effective performance of the role
* Comply with Company rules, policies and procedures at all times
* Carry out any other reasonable tasks which may be required from time to time and to enable the company to remain adaptable to changing markets and needs
Requirements Skills & Knowledge:
* Significant experience of Civil and MEICA contracting in the Construction industry and/or significant experience in the water industry
* A relevant academic or vocational qualification (e.g. NVQ3 up to Degree level)
* Good commercial judgement
* Ability to quickly digest tender information
* Ability to adhere to strict deadlines
* Decision making and problem solving within extent of personal responsibility
* Analytical and numerate
* Recognise submission requirements and compile a logical sequence of actions necessary to achieve the deadline
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Demonstrates commercial awareness
* First class customer facing skills
* Good written and verbal communication skills
* Appropriate IT skills including the use of company software packages
* Possess a current driving licence
Attitude & Behaviours:
* Role model the values of the Group – Trust & Integrity, Quality, Talent, Respect and Reliability – in all activities and interactions with employees, clients and other stakeholders
* Present a positive image including personal appearance, punctuality and reliability etc
* Understand and play to own strengths with confidence
* Enthusiastic and Self-motivated – taking personal responsibility for making thangs happen
* Ability to accept feedback and a willingness to learn/develop own skills, knowledge and behaviours
* Display assertiveness and persistence by reacting positively to set backs
* Works as part of a team by showing respect, support and consideration for the views and actions of colleagues and others
* Focusing on results for the business including strategic awareness
* Effective thinking and decision making/problem solving
* Taking personal pride in achievements and giving recognition to others for their part