V7 are currently recruiting for an Electrical Estimator for our client who are a design and build contractor within the data centre sector.
Key Tasks:
* Liaise with Bid Team & Technical Designers to ensure high quality & detailed proposals are submitted in line with client requirements.
* To advise the Estimating Manager on any foreseeable issues with workload etc.
* Preparing all enquiries for sign off at the relevant level in good time as to allow for changes to take effect within the deadline submittal date.
* Ensure all tenders are to the latest industry standards.
* Applying for project pricing & liaising with our supply chain to ensure the most competitive rates are used at all times.
* Using drawings and specifications to produce competitive tenders.
* Taking off quantities off drawings/specifications/bills of quantities.
* Producing complete electrical estimates using estimating Software.
* Ensuring that all bids submitted are technically correct.
* Producing tender packages for subcontractors and reviewing returned documents for inclusion in main bid.
* Involvement in finalisation of tenders including value engineering suggestions, alternative manufacturer proposals etc. and transfer of agreed values into estimating system.
* Follow all company standards with regards to estimating practices & procedures etc.
* As required represent the Company in negotiations and meetings.
* Attend internal project handover meetings and assist Commercial Manager in developing the commercial strategy for the project.
The ideal candidate must have:
* Electrical estimator / Bid presentation experience
* Experience of winning electrical projects
* Working knowledge of labour, plant, materials and equipment
* Ability to read and clearly understand drawings and specifications
* Ability to work under pressure and flexible in approach to tender deadlines
* supplier and sub-contractor knowledge
In return they are offering a salary, company car or car allowance, 23 days holiday, pension.
This is an office based role but they can be flexible on this.