Speck & Burke is a specialist laboratory gas systems installer. With continued expansion of our business throughout the UK, we are looking to grow our team. We have a vacancy for a trainee estimator/designer looking for a challenging new career opportunity.
We are looking for a professional and driven individual to work alongside our current team. We deliver pre-designed and design and build projects across a wide range of sectors. We offer ongoing training and progression as well as the opportunity to work for a rapidly growing company within a busy and varied working environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Interpret customer requirements from site surveys, specifications, drawings and related documents to identify product and labour requirements for each project.
* Preparing bill of quantities and quotations.
* Acquire practical and theoretical knowledge to consider the impact of various types of building and installation requirements.
* Assist in the production of client facing documentation detailing job specific technical & commercial information.
* Control & manage your enquiry workload in keeping with deadlines.
* Develop knowledge of regulatory requirements for compressed gases.
Qualifications & Experience
The following would be an advantage though not essential as full training will be provided.
* Experience in an estimating/design capacity preferably within an engineering environment
* Formal qualification in either engineering/design/project management (HND or above)
* Ability to interpret engineering and construction drawings
* Methodical attitude with a strong attention to detail and accuracy
* Competent use of Microsoft Office Programmes (proficient use of Excel)
* Experience with CAD software would be an advantage
Behavioural Competencies
Consistently deliver the highest standard of work with a desire to continuously develop and improve.
* Demonstrate passion and pride in your work
* Dedicated to meeting/exceeding client expectations and requirements
* Focussed and driven to achieve successful outcomes on every project
* Effective planner who organises themselves to achieve maximum efficiency and output
* Approachable team player who is able to communicate at different levels, in a variety of situations and who can clearly communicate ideas, plans and priorities to others
* Ability to solve problems, present solutions and make decisions, sometimes under pressure, whilst maintaining high standards
* Desire to improve, demonstrated by actively pursuing your own personal development
Personal Qualities
* Methodical forward thinker and planner
* Ability to work under pressure and flexible in approach to deadlines
* Highly motivated, good work ethic and enthusiasm
* Confident and articulate with an attention to detail
* Able to communicate at different levels and situations and influence people
* Able to perform under pressure and meet deadlines
* Quick thinker and adaptable to different situations
* Approachable and good interpersonal skills
* Creative mind - thinks about the best way to provide information in a clear and concise manner
* Takes full accountability for performance and professional development
Benefits
* A competitive salary, £30k
* 34 days annual leave (including 9 statutory)
* Private healthcare
* Pension