Estimator Structural Steel

Role: Estimator

Location: North East

Salary: £30,000-£45,000

My Client is looking to expand the estimating team, due to increased workflow. They are a design fabricate and installation in the structural steel industry, working commercial and industrial projects. Must have multi-story experience.

The role:

• Working in the specialist sub-contractor construction industry, the Estimator is responsible for compiling estimates of how much it will cost to provide a client, or potential client, with products or services.
• Working from architectural & structural drawings and specifications, the job involves assessing material, labour and equipment required and analysing different quotes from sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Tender enquiries and budget quotations are requested from main contractors, Cost Consultants and Architects and the aim of the Estimator is to service these enquiries within a set time frame.
• You will be responsible for ensuring you get the best price to win the contract in a competitive bidding situation, whilst ensuring that the contract can be carried out profitably.
• You will be required to produce quality written and informative submissions supported by internally produced design and engineering documents in a timely manner.

The candidate:

• 2-3 years' experience of estimating within Structural Steel outfit.
• It is expected that the successful candidate will have experience of the construction industry and specifically steel
• Excellent numerical, analytical, communication and organisational skills, commercial acumen, problem-solving ability, IT skills, confidentiality and attention to detail are imperative.