Senior Estimator in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, South Yorskhire, United Kingdom
Our client a successful rail infrastructure contractor who provide their expertise across the UK, covering Signalling, Power and Civils, are seeking a Senior Estimator and or an Estimator to join them at either their Head Office in South Yorkshire or in Birmingham.
As the successful applicant you will be joining a work winning team, with a long standing history of supporting the UK rail sector.
A bit about the role
- Produce estimates from first principal of lowest feasible prime cost in accordance with relevant procedures, ITT documents, tender deadlines and information provided by members of bid team. This may include production of: bills of quantities; activity schedules; schedules of rates; dayworks; etc.
- Work with production staff to establish methodology, programme, resource requirements etc.
- Undertake detailed take-offs from technical information with guidance where necessary
- Work with bid team to identify s/con packages and commodities enquiries, prepare ITTs which address all of the relevant criteria in order to obtain compliant competitive quotations. Be the point of contact for sub-contractors during their tender preparation and undertake analysis of tender returns. This includes seeking further clarification or amendments to quotes if required.
- Take part in the relevant Risk review meetings, contribute with assessing project risks, the proposed mitigations and associated costings for incorporation into the final tender submission when required
- Prepare and present estimate to senior staff and clients in a clear, methodical and professional manner.
- Produce necessary information for tender settlement and handover meetings. Lead the presentation of the cost estimate. Ensure that all information requested as part of the handover is provided.
- Responsibility for all cost estimate related issues during 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.
- Contribute to best practice being maintained throughout estimating function.
Key Skills and Experience Required
My client is looking for a self-motivated individual coupled with a pro-active approach. The nature of the business can include times of working under pressure as there is a requirement to meet tight deadlines.
- Problem solving, communication and good interpersonal skills are a key requirement for this role.
- To be successful in your application, you will also present the following
- 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)
- Previous experience of using estimating software
In return a very competitive salary is enhanced with an exceptional benefits scheme.
My client is also seeking the services of an indvidual at Estimator level if this suit your experience at this stage.
Should this role suit your skills and experience, please get in touch to discuss in more detail
This vacancy is being advertised by Advanced Resource Managers. ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions.
Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.
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