Assistant Estimator

Job description

We have a great opportunity for an Assistant Estimator to join our Civils Pre-Constructing estimating team. This role can be located from our Belfast offices and occasional site visits throughout the UK & Ireland may be required

Joining us as an Assistant Estimator, working alongside the Senior Estimators you will be responsible for the timely preparation of estimates for major construction projects. Coupled with completing the examination of tender documents and be in close liaison with our supply chain to procure competitive quotations.

Main responsibilities

* Co-ordinate with the bid management team to develop a schedule of key dates for individual estimates (enquiries, pricing, adjudication)

* Examine tender documentation for completeness

* Extract bill of quantities from tender package to estimating software

* Use estimating software to resource bill of quantities in line with enquiry strategy

* Prepare and send out enquiry documents to providers of materials and sub-contractors for the scope of work

* Complete accurate take off's for checking bill of quantities and cost plans

* Evaluate returned quotations from suppliers / subcontractors and where necessary communicate with suppliers/subcontractors to bring quotations in line with the project specification

* Complete tender documents for submission in conjunction with Senior Estimator, ensuring that all requested information is submitted

* Organise the delivery of completed tender documents ensuring that they reach the client by the date and time specified by the tender. Ensure completed tenders are filed and recoverable

* Strive for continuous improvement within the estimating process and your area of responsibility

* Manage subcontract and supplier tender return dates, ensuring they are submitted on time

* Assist all tender activity including pricing, preparation, and submission

* Maintain subcontractor liaison giving feedback on pricing

* Prepare Handover documentation on confirmation of winning tenders

* Manage effective communication with subcontractors, suppliers and colleagues

* Work collaboratively with other Farrans departments

Skills & Experience required

* Educated to Honors Degree level, in Quantity Surveying/Construction Management or a related subject. HND/HNC or strong construction related experience will be considered

* Full Drivers License

* Working knowledge of building construction with onsite experience in an estimating role

* Understanding of tender procedures

* Working knowledge of bills of quantities

* Advanced knowledge in the complete Microsoft Office package

* Strong numerical/mathematical and data analysis skills

* High attention to detail

* Ability to read architectural and design team drawings (although full training will be provided)

* Experience with estimating software beneficial

What Farrans can offer you

Our people are at the core of everything we do. Our culture is one which fuels innovation, transparency and inclusivity. We provide you with the opportunity to work on high profile, complex projects and join the permanent team we have across the UK & Ireland.

Farrans offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes, 30+ days annual leave, pension plan, car allowance, health cash plan enrolment, enhanced maternity, family friendly policies, access to discounts, cycle to work scheme. 24/7 counselling and support health line, GP anytime, Wellbeing App, Company Occupational Health, Annual Health and Well Being Events