Estimator

JOB ROLE This role will be focused on advising, preparing and winning new tenders for the business. You will need to assist as well as manage the production of tender documents, attend pre-tender and post tender interviews and ultimately produce detailed and accurate tenders for all industry sectors up to approximately £8m. EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS * 5 years’ experience as an estimator and working within preconstruction * Good technical construction knowledge. * Construction related degree (preferred but not essential). * Good time management skills. * Full clean driving licence. 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 up to approximately £8m. * 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. KNOWLEDGE * A strong knowledge of building industry practices, processes and requirementsUp 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 BENEFITS * Competitive Salary * Company Vehicle/Allowance * Profit Share * 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays * Pension Contribution * Death in Service InsuranceLong Service Awards * Cambridge Office with ample car parking and train station nearby