Estimator

We are currently looking for Estimators for a number of roles we have available in London and the surrounding areas. General, Electrical, Mechanical Estimating. Salary dependant on experience. General Duties/Key Responsibilities: * Produce quotations and Estimates for enquiries received by utilising 1st Principles pricing for direct delivered works. * Compile and issue sub-contract enquiries for sub-contract works. Evaluate returned enquiries and prepare client submissions in accordance with Tender return deadlines * Produce Bills or Quantities or tender breakdowns as part of the Estimating process * Complete any Post Tender Queries for works priced * Build relationships with Key members of client teams during the Bid Process * Assist the Bid Team where necessary to compile all supporting information for the Bid including, but not limited to Manufacturers information, specialist items, programme, High risk activities and Key risks * To assist or manage as appropriate the Estimating process to ensure work is undertaken to qualitative performance standards and in a timely manner, to ensure consistently accurate estimates to meet or exceed the business goals. * To plan and organise the work to ensure at all times that it meets timely and qualitative objectives. * To ensure that the Company policies and procedures for the business are followed. * To provide advice and support to Estimating team/business wide as appropriate. * To assist in reviewing jobs to strengthen the bid process and taking advantage of any competitive edge. * In conjunction with the colleagues, regularly review of supply chain performance and taking any action required regarding discrepancies. * Ensure that the tender risks in relation to all contracts are correctly identified and accounted for, and review lost tenders to see why, how and where improvements can be made. * Encourage and develop the competent use of data spreadsheets and databases in order to maximise the efficient sourcing and collection of data to enable the production of accurate cost estimates to time. * Measurement and preparation of accurate quantities from appropriate Supply Chain Partners in order to ensure maximum competitive edge with a view to supporting maximum tender success. * Assist in ensuring tender internal handover process is followed and ensure that pricing levels support the business goals. * Meet and liaise regularly with Head of Waterproofing for regular reviews and updates * Ensure that all Estimating documents and procedures are followed and implemented where necessary * Liaise regularly with team with regards to workload, holidays, procedures and business targets * Continue to learn and identify learning opportunities including attending site/site visits Overall to support the pre-construction team in preparing bids. This will either be assisting others or running bids. Responsible for identifying areas of the business to be explored for your personal development and discussing those with you line manager to consider implementation. Membership (any level) of CIOB/RICS/IOR. 3 years experience is desirable but not essential. If interested, please apply now