About the job

Description

Estimator - Tier 1 Main Contractor - Build

The role of an Estimator

Fawkes & Reece are proud to be partnered with a UK leading and privately owned Tier 1 Main Contractor, recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join their team. We are seeking an enthusiastic Estimator to join our clients Yorkshire region working on both single stage and two stage bids and experience of negotiations during a PCSA across an array of sectors.

Responsibilities of an Estimator

• Commercial lead on competitive and negotiated bids.
• Produce internal cost plans to enable understanding of net cost position, as well as external cost submissions for tender submissions.
• Management of tender documentation.
• Compliance with Group Management Systems.
• Produce and manage subcontractor schedule
• Instigate, monitor and manage bills of quantities production.
• Investigate, identify and present risks and opportunities.
• Produce package enquiry documents and send out market enquiries
• Undertake trade package analysis and make recommendations.
• Presentation of cost summary at tender settlement meeting.
• Completion of relevant sections of the submission - Form of Tender, Clarifications etc.
• Work closely with Design Managers to understand gaps in design information that require pricing and also to identify and evaluate Value Engineering opportunities.
• Successfully submitting a tender on time and to the satisfaction of the Directors.

Requirements for an Estimator

• Experience in Conquest, Bidwork and in pricing complex projects.
• Relevant Honours Degree or equivalent
• Proven track record of delivering in this role.
• Considerable industry experience.
• Successful in winning bids.
• Ability to identify risks and opportunities.
• Ability to work under pressure to tight timescales and deadlines.
• Methodical approach to work, with a keenness for detail.
• Ability to work autonomously or within a team.
• A strong understanding of the Microsoft Office software suite, with particular regard to Exel.
• Proficient in the use of estimating software
• Proficient in the use of measurement software

Benefits for an Estimator

• Excellent salary + car allowance / company car
• 25 days holiday per year, plus 8 bank holidays & Christmas Eve
• Entry into the Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Private Health Insurance
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Healthcare

How To Apply?:

Please apply directly to this advert or for more information please call Alex at the F&R office (North) on 0114 2130900 (Option 3) or 07990766855