Senior Estimator

Mivan is a dynamic and progressive specialist joinery and interior fit-out contractor with a reputation for excellence and innovation. We are currently recruiting an experienced Senior Estimator to join our Estimating team, responsible for the production of highly competitive, carefully resourced, analysed tender costs and the preparation of quality submissions to clients.

Candidates should have a proven track record in an estimating role with full responsibility for the bidding process from enquiry stage to final submission with extensive knowledge of general building works including new build, refurbishment and fit-out. While also having knowledge of what influences/impacts on estimating, estimating strategies, building methodologies and techniques, and the use of appropriate contracts and the effect they have on the tender requirements.

Our Estimating team is based at out head office in Antrim, however, we welcome applications from candidates across Ireland and the UK, with the option to work remotely.

• Prepare enquiry documents using the most appropriate methods.
• Source and assess supplier and subcontract quotations at the most advantageous terms to the Company and in compliance with any specific contract requirements.
• Prepare accurate Bills of Quantities from drawings, specifications and schedule of finishes.
• Calcuate site management and preliminary costs.
• Arrange and chair tender adjudication meetings, preparing documentation and incorporating agreed actions into the final submission.
• Identify risks, ambiguities and opportunities within the tender documents and take account of same in preparing the tender.
• Evaluate the tender programme requirements to enable efficient cost-effective resource levels to win bids.
• Participate in final negotiations.
• Post tender and post contract discussions and cost considerations including evaluation of the contract

The role requires travel to assess market conditions and other factors that may affect the tender submission. This may involve short periods away from home. Travel may also be required to meet clients at any stage of the tender process.

We will reward you with a competitive salary and benefits package, training and personal development opportunities and a range of initiatives designed to support a healthy work/life balance.

• Additional holidays
• Enhanced pension
• Health Cash Plan
• Length of service awards
• Employee wellness programme
• Working from home scheme