Estimator
Job Title: Estimator
Reporting To: Core Services Director
Role Overview:
The successful applicant will be responsible for estimating and playing a key role in supporting the commercial and operational teams by preparing accurate cost estimates for both tenders and live projects.
Bid Estimation Responsibilities:
* Tender Preparation: Assist in the preparation of tender submissions, ensuring accurate cost estimates and compliance with bid requirements.
* Quantity Take-offs: Perform material and labour quantity take-offs from drawings, specifications, and site visits.
* Pricing & Cost Analysis: Develop cost estimates by gathering data on materials, labour, equipment, and subcontractors.
* Supplier & Subcontractor Enquiries: Obtain and analyse quotations from suppliers and subcontractors for competitive pricing.
* Risk Assessment: Identify and assess potential project risks and incorporate contingency allowances where necessary.
* Bid Documentation: Assist in compiling bid submissions, including pricing summaries, methodology statements, and commercial documentation.
* Value Engineering: Identify cost-saving opportunities and alternative solutions to improve bid competitiveness.
Live Project Estimating Responsibilities:
* Cost Control: Preparation and monitoring of project costs against initial estimates and budgets, identifying variances and potential cost-saving measures.
* Re-measurements & Variations: Conduct re-measurements and assist in the preparation of variations and change orders.
* Subcontractor & Supplier Costing: Assist in reviewing and negotiating subcontractor and supplier costs for ongoing projects.
* Progress Evaluations: Support project managers in tracking work progress and assessing cost implications.
* Data Management: Maintain an up-to-date database of historical costs, rates, and benchmarking data for future estimates.
* Reporting & Forecasting: Assist in preparing cost reports, forecasting final project costs, and identifying commercial risks.
General Duties:
* Collaboration: Work closely with commercial, procurement, and operations teams to ensure cost accuracy and project profitability.
* Industry Research: Keep up to date with market trends, material costs, and industry best practices.
* Process Improvement: Support the development and improvement of estimating processes and tools.
* Compliance: Ensure all estimating activities align with company policies, contract requirements, and regulatory standards.
Education / Experience:
* Essential Criteria:
o Level 3 qualification or above in Construction, Quantity Surveying, Estimating, or a related discipline.
o Proven experience leading estimating and pricing functions in construction, facilities management, or a related industry 3+ years experience in a similar role.
o Estimating and Tender bid preparation experience Commercially and operationally aware on delivery of works.
o Strong commercial attitude and excellent communication skills.
o Knowledge and understanding of sub-contractor management.
o Experience operating within a fast-paced construction industry.
* Desirable Criteria:
o Experience of NEC suite of contracts.
o Experience of Public sector and housing contracts.