Estimator with utilities- Tipton

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Job description

We are seeking an Estimator to join our Commercial Team where the successful candidates shall be involved in a diverse set of projects including HS2/Commonwealth Games and working for recognised prestigious stakeholders including household names in property development.

You'll be working in the Black Country (West Midlands) for a growing company who specialise in multi-disciplined civil engineering and utility works throughout the UK.

Reporting to the Senior Estimator, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and reviewing effective commercial practices throughout the Business.

Responsibilities

* Evaluate project scope and define client requirements at enquiry stage.

* Prepare estimates using first principles methodology built up using company estimating software and resource libraries (RIB CCS Candy)

* Effectively manage workload and tender completions/submissions

* Prepare supporting documentation for estimates using various software packages: design sketches, take-offs, BoQs, submission documents for effective communication at review/ adjudication and post tender stages.

* Compile estimates with careful consideration for due diligence, commercial integrity, and rigorous attention to detail.

* Prepare estimates using first principles methodology built up company estimating software and resource libraries (RIB CCS Candy)

* Effectively manage workload and tender completions/submissions

* Prepare supporting documentation for estimates using various software packages: design sketches, take-offs, BoQs, submission documents for effective communication at review/ adjudication and post tender stages

* Manage re-quotes and tender amendments as requested by the client, BDM or estimating manager.

* Prepare and submit commercially approved tender documents as required.

* Compile comprehensive handover documents and attend estimating/operations handover meetings upon contract award

Who do we want?

With our client its about recruiting the right person for the team we offer industry leading career opportunities, salary, and benefits packages.

An experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator would fit perfectly however we would also encourage Trainee or Assistant Estimators to apply who are ready to make that next career move.

What Knowledge, Skills & Abilities do you require?

* Estimating experience within a relevant sector in the Construction industry.

* Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying/Build Environment OR

* Qualified by Experience

* Excellent communications skills

* Solid commercial awareness and analytical skills

* Experience of using RIB CCS Candy (desirable, not essential)

* Proficient in use of Microsoft software packages; Excel, Project, Word