Construction Estimator

Job description

Role Description

An estimator will have a strong knowledge of all elements of construction, building process and specifications. It's the estimator's job to consider all pertinent information about each building project and decide how much it would cost to meet the client's needs. They'd then need to bid for the work alongside competitors. Quality is also considered alongside the price, so the winning bid isn't always the cheapest one.

Role requirements and responsibilities

* Attend estimating meeting where tenders will be allocated to them

* Set up Outlook file with E/ Number

* Mark up Bill of Quantities

* Input Bill of Quantities into Causeway software package

* Ensure enquiries are sent out to suppliers and sub-contractors

* Grow the supplier/sub-contractor base to ensure a broader range and drive cost effectiveness

* Request further information from Client/Designer/Architect (if required)

* Visit site (if required) and complete site survey checklist

* Monitor return of enquiries from suppliers/sub-contractors where necessary

* Input Sub-Contractor rates in Causeway software package, analyzing quotes before inputting.

* Work within the set timescale to produce and estimate

* Check that tender matches clients Bill of Quantities and specification

* Close liaison with all Personnel, Clients, Sub Contractors and any others involved in the process of preparing the estimate

* Complete formal hand over to QS/PM's on all contracts

* Obtain feedback on all contracts from QS and PM with a view to future tenders/rates

* Deal with tender enquiries, providing professional advice and clearly set expectations with each client on turnaround times.

* Complete final checks before passing to a Director for adjudication

* Submit price stating any qualifications to tender

* Follow up price with client

* Procurement of new stock and negotiation on prices - Liaise with existing and source potential new suppliers, negotiating rates in favor of the business

* Prepare work to be estimated by gathering proposals, plans, specifications, and related documents

Adhere to company standards and guidelines when analysing and providing estimations; focus on maximizing profit and customer satisfaction, while minimizing any potential risk to the company

Prepare and submit financial documents

Balance multiple proposals and estimations at once, ensuring each reaches the client by the deadline

Liaise with other company departments to maintain business development and continuously innovate new profitable outcomes

Maintain relationships with existing clients keeping a sales-minded attitude, and seek out and build relationships with new clients

Prepare detailed, well-written proposals for each client, adhering to client guidelines while offering competitive and comprehensive costs estimate.

Assessing and adhering to all risk assessments and health and safety requirements

Submitting and winning tenders with an eye on compliance and cost.

Identify labour, materials and time requirements by studying proposals, plans, specifications, and related documents. Agreeing compound labour rate with Director(s).

Liaising with clients and subcontractors effectively

Keeping to tight deadlines regarding tenders and managing time accordingly.

Compiling supplier and tender packages to ensure timely and accurate quotations.

Preparing quotes in accordance with the company pricing structure.

Qualifications

Experience within the construction industry as an administrator, craftsperson, technician or surveying assistant.

A good general standard of education will be helpful, for example GCSEs or A levels.

An HNC, HND or degree in construction would be desirable

Working knowledge of Causeway or similar software packages

Skills and behaviours

Strong IT skills

Excellent organizational and prioritization skills

Methodical

Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing

Technical skills, knowledge of industry processes, materials and costs

Time management skills

Aware of data confidentiality

Assertive and resilient

Analytically minded, including having the ability to undertake financial analysis

Good negotiation skills

Ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines

Excellent problem-solving skills

Well presented

Flexible and creative approach to your work

Supportive

Team player

Motivated

Understand the commercial aspects of the estimating process and commercially minded

To be thorough and pay high attention to detail

Be able to multitask and juggle priorities

Knowledge and experience of the building and joinery trade is essential

The ability of read and understand client's drawings and from that produce a Bill of Quantities

Can do attitude

Proactive approach to work.

Persistence and determination