Estimator

The Company

An award-winning Main Contractor with a 30-year track record of delivering projects in a variety of different sectors including Hospitality, Commercial and Retail with values up to £2m. They are a very financially stable, privately-owned contractor with consistent repeat business from blue chip clients.

Experience, Knowledge & Qualifications

For this role you must possess the following;

Prior experience working for a Main Contractor as an Estimator for a minimum of 8 years
A good communicator, able to deal with a range of people, tasks and obligations
Well organised, self-starter, able to implement procedures and effectively manage all aspects of the works
Commercial knowledge and ability to negotiate terms with a range of partiesThe Role

As the Estimator, you will lead the bid team, producing competitive tenders for projects in the Retail & Hospitality and Commercial sectors in order to secure projects.

Duties

Providing competitive estimates for fit out, refurbishment and occasionally new build up to £3 million.
Using internal estimating and take-off systems to accurately cost project/enquiry
Calculating preliminary costs, in conjunction with Account Managers
Developing client relationships to enhance opportunities to tender, negotiate and enhance tender margins
Producing sub-contract and material enquires for bespoke joinery
Answering sub-contractor and supplier queries and appraising quotations
Checking tender documents, making amendments where required
Attend post tender negotiations with clients
Take the lead in training the Assistant Estimator
Report into the MD and attend regular senior team meetings to review workload and company performanceThis is a Permanent position with a competitive salary (£45,000 - £55,000) on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact Sam Hunter - Principal Consultant - (phone number removed)