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Estimator / Senior Estimator

Nicholas Associates
Posted 14 days ago, valid for 3 days
Location

Birmingham, West Midlands B4 6FQ

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Our client, a well-established groundworks and civil engineering contractor in the West Midlands, is seeking an Estimator with experience in commercial groundworks and major infrastructure projects.
  • The position requires previous estimating experience with a groundworks contractor or a major infrastructure/highways contractor, particularly in converting tenders for projects valued at over £20 million.
  • The role involves producing accurate quotations, preparing rates from first principles, and attending client meetings, among other responsibilities.
  • The company offers a competitive salary depending on experience, along with additional benefits such as a company vehicle or car allowance, bonus, and pension.
  • This opportunity is ideal for an Estimator looking for career progression within a stable company that is forecasting growth for 2024/25.

Trading for over 30 years, our client is a groundworks and civil engineering contractor based in the West Midlands, working on commercial groundworks, major infrastructure and highways projects. With a turnover of 50 million, they focus on growing sustainably, with the right people in place.

Responsibilities:

  • Produce accurate quotations from drawings and submit tender returns
  • Prepare rates for each item within the BOQ from first principles, technical knowledge and experience
  • Produce tender report
  • Attend pre & post contract reviews and client meetings
  • Measuring & 'Taking-Off' quantities from drawings
  • Sourcing pre-project information and supporting supplier / sub-contractor quotations, agreements & enquiries

Experience Required:

  • Must have previous experience in estimating with a groundworks contractor or major infrastructure/highways contractor
  • Experience in the conversion of tenders for projects up to 20m+
  • The ability to communicate effectively and work on your own initiative
  • Decisive and reliable with excellent attention to detail

What's in it for you?

  • Team culture - Great company, great people, strong Senior Management Team
  • Autonomy - You'll have the freedom to work in your own way
  • Progression - Clear progression and support
  • Stability - Stable company with strong finances and order book for 2024
  • Growth - The company are in a period of strategic growth and are forecasting an increase in turnover for 2024/25

Our client is offering a competitive salary (DOE) plus a company vehicle or car allowance, bonus, pension and additional benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator who want's to progress. Please contact John Ashcroft for more information (phone number removed)

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group Privacy Notice.

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