Estimator

Estimator 
Salary up to £70,000 + Car Allowance + Pension + Bonus + 25 Days Holiday
Eastleigh, Hampshire

Blaymires Recruitment is representing a respected main contractor based in Eastleigh, who is searching for an Estimator to join the business.

The company has a rich history in undertaking refurbishment and new build projects across the Education, NHS Healthcare and Leisure sectors delivering  traditional and design & build projects up to the value of £15 Million.

The company has been operating for over 100 years and continues to steadily grow and is looking for Estimator or Senior Estimator to join their growing business.

The main focus of this role is to support the Estimating Manager in the estimating process. This will involve the pricing of tenders including completing subcontractor price comparisons and adjudication of subcontractor quotations, working collaboratively with the Commercial team to ensure that high quality competitive tenders are submitted which meet client/potential client deadlines.

The successful Estimator or Senior Estimator you will have experience of tendering commercial buildings, refurbishments and new build projects.

Responsibilities

• Tendering new build and refurbishment projects.
• Take off and produce Bills of Quantities.
• Register and acknowledge new enquiries.
• Assist during preconstruction with completing the PQQ’s and specific information relating to this.
• Provide relevant information for quality submissions.
• Preliminary contact with supply chain to gauge interest.
• Obtain and chase outstanding quotations.
• Assist Estimating Manager in financial analysis and due diligence.
• Assist in the preparation of supporting documentation.
• Manage contract related information flow.
• Contribute to compiling tender bid list.
• Develop an understanding of drawings and specifications.
• Develop a detailed knowledge of the company estimating system.
• Attend interviews and post tender discussion meetings.

Skills & Qualifications

• Experienced in taking off bills of quantities using appropriate software.
• A keen eye for detail and strong numeracy and IT skills.
• A logical and methodical approach, with well-developed problem-solving skills.
• Good working knowledge of different forms of contracts
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills – communicates clearly, confidently, credibly  and appropriately, and an effective listener.
• Knowledge of Excel, Word and other computer software. 
• Knowledge of computer measurement software such as Bluebeam would be an advantage.

On Offer

• Salary up to £70,000 + Car Allowance.
• 25 Days Holiday.
• Pension. 
• Bonus
• Free breakfast on a Friday.
• Friendly working environment.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Summer BBQ work events

If you would like further information, then call Stephen Blaymires at Blaymires Recruitment on 07498 987 851 or email: sb@blaymiresrecruitment.co.uk