Estimator – Cheshire – D&B Fit Out - £50,000 - £70,000 & Package
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Estimator from a commercial fit out background for a Cheshire based contractor. The requirement is for an experienced Estimator who has excellent knowledge of D&B and high end internal fit out projects. Projects are located throughout the North West and Yorkshire and will be Cat A/B fit outs. Projects can range in value from £200,000. - £5M. You will have extensive experience in commercial fit out sectors and and have worked for D&B contractors previously.
Estimator Position Benefits
- Salary £50,000 - £70,000 (Dependant on experience)
- Car allowance
- Pensions scheme
- Bonus
Role And Responsibilities:
- Liaise and support client engagement before, during and following the tender process to fully understand the client’s requirements.
- Prepare and ensure tender submissions are submitted accurately and on time.
- Conduct take offs and produce Bill of Quantities on projects
- Engage with supply chain to obtain accurate quotes for materials and services to establish true cost estimates.
- Understand and scrutinise the supply chain quotations ensuring accuracy, value for money and resolve cost discrepancies whilst maintaining profitability.
- Understand and present financial overviews of tenders and their value for adjudication.
- Develop the Company’s current supply chain introducing new suppliers and subcontractors.
- Help to develop new business by introducing new tender opportunities.
- Work with existing pre-construction team to view project information, complete tenders etc.
- Have a thorough understanding of project, scope of works and restrictions imposed by contractual requirements and site conditions.
- Prepare a handover pack and presentation for the construction team when handing over secured tenders.
- Work closely and assist with the pre-construction team on quality questions and further bid requirements.
- Communicate regularly and effectively to all team members.
- Help ensure that the Company maintains its image for quality and value for money within its budget and profit targets.
KNOWLEDGE:
- A strong knowledge of building industry practices, processes and requirements
- Up to date knowledge of health and safety matters including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
- Ability to communicate and interact with stakeholders at all levels
- Knowledge of a range of different construction techniques, including sustainable and environmental construction their practical implications
- Ability to work to timescales under pressure and in a fast paced environment.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Possess a good level of practical skill in the use of Microsoft Office packages and estimating software e.g. Conquest.
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5 years’ experience as an estimator and working within the preconstruction department
- Good technical construction knowledge.
- Construction related degree (preferred but not essential).
- Good time management skills.
- Full clean driving licence.
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