Estimator/Contracts Manager

Estimator / Contracts Manager Essex

Role Overview
Responsible for preparing and submitting quotations and tenders, managing awarded contracts, and ensuring projects are delivered efficiently from pricing through to completion. The role involves close collaboration with clients, site teams, and internal departments to ensure smooth project delivery and financial control.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Tendering

Review and price quotations and tenders as they are received, ensuring submissions are completed within required deadlines.

Prepare estimates using drawings, specifications, and bills of quantities.

Conduct site visits where required to photograph, measure, and assess works.

Utilise estimating software such as Bluebeam for take-offs and pricing.

Contract Management

• Liaise with clients once a project is secured to confirm contract agreements, terms, and project start dates.
• Coordinate with the Health & Safety team to ensure the preparation and issue of required RAMS documentation.
• Manage the smooth mobilisation of projects and communicate requirements to internal teams.

Project Coordination

• Work closely with the Project Supervisor and site operatives to monitor progress and ensure works are delivered in line with programme and budget.
• Direct site teams regarding work requirements, labour allocation, and material procurement.
• Ensure efficient coordination between site operations, clients, and internal departments.

Commercial & Financial Oversight

• Liaise with the accounts department to manage project invoicing and payment applications.
• Review and authorise purchase invoices and labour costs prior to payment.
• Assist in resolving any contractual or financial queries relating to projects.

Client & Business Development

• Maintain strong relationships with existing clients to ensure the smooth running of ongoing contracts.
• Identify opportunities to secure additional work and contribute to business development activities.

Internal Collaboration

• Work closely with internal departments including Administration, Health & Safety, Operations, and Finance.
• Attend weekly and monthly internal team meetings as required.

Additional Duties

• Undertake any other responsibilities reasonably required to support the successful delivery of projects and company operations.