Estimator

Estimator – Electrical

Location: Hertfordshire

Competitive salary or contract

An opportunity has arisen for Estimators with a background in understanding electrical systems within the rail industry to join a growing

The key duties will include:

• Work with production staff to establish methodology, programme, resource requirements etc.
• Work with Commercial and Procurement staff to identify sub contract enquiry packages, prepare and receive enquiries and select suppliers in order to obtain the required number of compliant competitive quotations.
• Where necessary produce programmes to establish indirect costs and overheads
• Contribute to risk review / assessment process where required.
• Take part in review and handover meetings as required.
• Produce commercial information in the prescribed format and detail to enable commercial delivery team to upload to COINS Valuations.
• Work with members of bid team to assemble supporting information for tender review and submission.
• Assist as required in post tender negotiations.
• Keep abreast of operating/installation methods adopted on site, and the resources required in same, through visits to site and discussions with management.
• Work to best practice throughout estimating function based on established procedures.

Job Requirements

• You will be self-motivated with a pro-active approach and have experience of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
• Problem solving, communication and good interpersonal skills are a key requirement for this role

The candidate will also ideally have the following experience/skill set:

• Previous experience in a similar role is a requirement.
• Professional qualification and appropriate professional body membership.
• Proven experience in successful estimating within Railway, Commercial, Construction or comparable industry.
• Demonstrable experience and track record of accurate costings and being part of a winning team.
• Proficient in MS office applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Good communication and organisational skills.