Bid Coordinator Civil Engineering / Rail Infrastructure Uxbridge I am currently supporting a major UK railway and civil engineering contractor in their search for a Bid Coordinator to join their growing Pre-Construction team based in Uxbridge. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-focused professional to play a key role in coordinating high-quality tender submissions across rail and civil engineering infrastructure projects. Working closely with the Bid Manager, estimators and operational teams, you will support the delivery of compliant and compelling bid submissions within strict deadlines. Key Responsibilities • Coordinate the preparation and submission of PQQs, EOIs and tender submissions • Support the Bid Manager with bid planning and programme management • Liaise with internal teams including commercial, planning, engineering and HSQE departments to gather technical information • Assist with the writing, editing and formatting of tender responses • Maintain and update the bid library, case studies and submission templates • Ensure all tender documents are accurate, compliant and submitted within required deadlines • Manage document control and upload submissions via client tender portals • Support with general bid administration and coordination Essential Requirements • Previous experience in a Bid Coordinator, Bid Administrator, or similar pre-construction role • Experience working within civil engineering, construction, rail or infrastructure sectors • Strong organisation and time management skills • Excellent written communication and document formatting abilities • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders Desirable Experience • Experience supporting rail or infrastructure tender submissions • Knowledge of public sector procurement processes • Experience working on framework bids and major infrastructure tenders • Familiarity with construction tender portals and document management systems Certifications • CSCS card (desirable but not essential) • SMSTS/SSSTS not required as this is an office-based pre-construction role What s on Offer • Competitive salary depending on experience • Opportunity to work with a major UK rail and civil engineering contractor • Exposure to large infrastructure and rail projects • Clear progression into Bid Manager or Pre-Construction roles Interested? If you have experience supporting bid or tender submissions within the construction, rail, civil engineering or infrastructure sectors, we would be keen to speak with you. Apply now or contact me directly for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.
05/03/2026
Full time
Bid Coordinator Civil Engineering / Rail Infrastructure Uxbridge I am currently supporting a major UK railway and civil engineering contractor in their search for a Bid Coordinator to join their growing Pre-Construction team based in Uxbridge. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-focused professional to play a key role in coordinating high-quality tender submissions across rail and civil engineering infrastructure projects. Working closely with the Bid Manager, estimators and operational teams, you will support the delivery of compliant and compelling bid submissions within strict deadlines. Key Responsibilities • Coordinate the preparation and submission of PQQs, EOIs and tender submissions • Support the Bid Manager with bid planning and programme management • Liaise with internal teams including commercial, planning, engineering and HSQE departments to gather technical information • Assist with the writing, editing and formatting of tender responses • Maintain and update the bid library, case studies and submission templates • Ensure all tender documents are accurate, compliant and submitted within required deadlines • Manage document control and upload submissions via client tender portals • Support with general bid administration and coordination Essential Requirements • Previous experience in a Bid Coordinator, Bid Administrator, or similar pre-construction role • Experience working within civil engineering, construction, rail or infrastructure sectors • Strong organisation and time management skills • Excellent written communication and document formatting abilities • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders Desirable Experience • Experience supporting rail or infrastructure tender submissions • Knowledge of public sector procurement processes • Experience working on framework bids and major infrastructure tenders • Familiarity with construction tender portals and document management systems Certifications • CSCS card (desirable but not essential) • SMSTS/SSSTS not required as this is an office-based pre-construction role What s on Offer • Competitive salary depending on experience • Opportunity to work with a major UK rail and civil engineering contractor • Exposure to large infrastructure and rail projects • Clear progression into Bid Manager or Pre-Construction roles Interested? If you have experience supporting bid or tender submissions within the construction, rail, civil engineering or infrastructure sectors, we would be keen to speak with you. Apply now or contact me directly for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.
MB854: Estimator Location: Swindon Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit an Estimator on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times Work in coordination with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with planner and, where appropriate, with Bid Manager / Design Manger Provide advice to Bid Manager / Design Manager on most cost effective design options Price alternative design solutions Procedure competitive price using methodologies and outputs etc to suit conditions/ situations relevant to the scheme. Advise Bid Manager of sufficiency of client bill of quantity / activity schedule and arrange for full quantity take off or checking as required. Preparing the price estimate for tenders of budget pricing comprising the following aspects: Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Ensure Working Rule Agreement (and any other specific requirements such as London Living wage) included in labour rates Prepare scheme specific labour rate calculation where required. Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Liaise with Planner to reconcile plant resource levels Comparison sheet for materials considering unit rate (conversation factors), wastage, waiting times and part loads etc. Liaise with procurement to determine appropriate selection of suppliers to send enquiries to. Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of supplier quotations Liaise with procurement and agree on the selection of supplier quotations to be used in the estimate Liase with procurement & bid team to determine appropriate selection of subcontractors to send enquires to Liase with procurement to determine sufficiency and compliance of subcontractor quotations Preparation of comparation sheet for subcontractors details additions/ deletions from quoted rates Liaise with procurement and bid manager and agree on the selection of the subcontractor to be used in the estimate. Liaise with Planner / Technical Services / Temporary Works Coordinator to agree extent and nature of temporary works. Agree costs of temporary works with temporary works coordinator. Agree staffing levels and procedure staff programme with Bid Manager and Operations Lead Use currently weekly staff rated to price staff Agree shift patterns and overtime rates with operations lead for out of normal hours working - note these need to comply with working time directive/ NR Fatigue guidance Liaise with Planner to determine overall duration of preliminaries Coordinate and liase with Bid Manager to ensure all aspects of clients requirements included as necessary Input with Bid Manager and tender risk manager into tender risk/ opportunity register Final Settlement and submission Procedure top-sheet tender summary in current format and associated back up sheets Present Pricing build up at pre-settlement and settlement meetings Prepare adjustments sheets in coordination with Bid Manager to reflect settlement adjustments Prepare final pricing documentation for inclusion with tender submission where possible ensuring pricing maintains a positive cash flow throughout the project Coordinate with Bid Manager for the production of the form of tender Liase with Bid Manager and address any post tender clarifications/amendments issued by the client Handover (for successful bids) Prepare handover pricing document for issue to Project Manager and Commercial Manager Attend handover meeting with Bid Manager Review (for unsuccessful bids) Coordinate with Bid Manager to review feedback on tender price (where provided) for future tenders. Skills and Qualifications: Sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniques Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation Commercial awareness of different forms of contract Sound knowledge of the companies' governance and procedural requirements for work winning. Detailed knowledge of estimating software packages MB854: Estimator Location: Swindon Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions
26/02/2026
Full time
MB854: Estimator Location: Swindon Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit an Estimator on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times Work in coordination with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with planner and, where appropriate, with Bid Manager / Design Manger Provide advice to Bid Manager / Design Manager on most cost effective design options Price alternative design solutions Procedure competitive price using methodologies and outputs etc to suit conditions/ situations relevant to the scheme. Advise Bid Manager of sufficiency of client bill of quantity / activity schedule and arrange for full quantity take off or checking as required. Preparing the price estimate for tenders of budget pricing comprising the following aspects: Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Ensure Working Rule Agreement (and any other specific requirements such as London Living wage) included in labour rates Prepare scheme specific labour rate calculation where required. Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Liaise with Planner to reconcile plant resource levels Comparison sheet for materials considering unit rate (conversation factors), wastage, waiting times and part loads etc. Liaise with procurement to determine appropriate selection of suppliers to send enquiries to. Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of supplier quotations Liaise with procurement and agree on the selection of supplier quotations to be used in the estimate Liase with procurement & bid team to determine appropriate selection of subcontractors to send enquires to Liase with procurement to determine sufficiency and compliance of subcontractor quotations Preparation of comparation sheet for subcontractors details additions/ deletions from quoted rates Liaise with procurement and bid manager and agree on the selection of the subcontractor to be used in the estimate. Liaise with Planner / Technical Services / Temporary Works Coordinator to agree extent and nature of temporary works. Agree costs of temporary works with temporary works coordinator. Agree staffing levels and procedure staff programme with Bid Manager and Operations Lead Use currently weekly staff rated to price staff Agree shift patterns and overtime rates with operations lead for out of normal hours working - note these need to comply with working time directive/ NR Fatigue guidance Liaise with Planner to determine overall duration of preliminaries Coordinate and liase with Bid Manager to ensure all aspects of clients requirements included as necessary Input with Bid Manager and tender risk manager into tender risk/ opportunity register Final Settlement and submission Procedure top-sheet tender summary in current format and associated back up sheets Present Pricing build up at pre-settlement and settlement meetings Prepare adjustments sheets in coordination with Bid Manager to reflect settlement adjustments Prepare final pricing documentation for inclusion with tender submission where possible ensuring pricing maintains a positive cash flow throughout the project Coordinate with Bid Manager for the production of the form of tender Liase with Bid Manager and address any post tender clarifications/amendments issued by the client Handover (for successful bids) Prepare handover pricing document for issue to Project Manager and Commercial Manager Attend handover meeting with Bid Manager Review (for unsuccessful bids) Coordinate with Bid Manager to review feedback on tender price (where provided) for future tenders. Skills and Qualifications: Sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniques Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation Commercial awareness of different forms of contract Sound knowledge of the companies' governance and procedural requirements for work winning. Detailed knowledge of estimating software packages MB854: Estimator Location: Swindon Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions
APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED
Colchester, Essex
Vacancy Summary Job Title: Bid Manager Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Essex Start Date: ASAP Salary: c 75k- 85k + car or allowance, healthcare, pension, bonus Company & Project: An award winning Main Contractor with a profitable track record, high staff retention rate and busy pipeline of work are currently looking to expand their Bid Management team with a talented professional to work on new tenders in addition to managing projects through the PCSA stage to full contract award. Operating across multiple sectors including Commercial, Mixed-Use, Life Science, Residential, Healthcare and Education they are recruiting for an experienced and effective Bid Manager to complement their team. The client has a strong reputation in the market for work winning and build quality, with a varied project pipeline that includes projects across New Build and Refurbishment sectors. Our client has an enviable order book already secured for 2026 but they are continuing to target new business and grow their team. Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing a work winning team, handling a variety of tenders, coordinating and collaborating all techincal disciplines to ensure a successful bid in addition to managing the bid through the PCSA process. Previous experience working in pre-construction as either a Planner, Estimator or Design Manager would be advantageous, or from a Project Management or Commercial background. Desirable Experience: 10 years+ UK experience working for a Main Contractor, ideally within a Pre-Construction position, or alternatively in a profession which has exposure to Pre-Construction stages e.g. Estimator, Planner, Design Manager, Project Manager or Commercial. Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to working. Previous involvement in PCSA or 2-stage procurement is essential for this position. Good knowledge of construction management process and techniques. Previous roles: Senior Bid Manager OR Bid Coordinator OR Proposals Manager OR Bid Manager OR Senior Project Manager OR Pre-Construction Project Manager OR Pre-Construction Manager OR Framework Manager. Qualifications & Skills: Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Architecture or comparable qualification. Application Process: If you would like more information on this Bid Manager position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.
16/02/2026
Full time
Vacancy Summary Job Title: Bid Manager Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Essex Start Date: ASAP Salary: c 75k- 85k + car or allowance, healthcare, pension, bonus Company & Project: An award winning Main Contractor with a profitable track record, high staff retention rate and busy pipeline of work are currently looking to expand their Bid Management team with a talented professional to work on new tenders in addition to managing projects through the PCSA stage to full contract award. Operating across multiple sectors including Commercial, Mixed-Use, Life Science, Residential, Healthcare and Education they are recruiting for an experienced and effective Bid Manager to complement their team. The client has a strong reputation in the market for work winning and build quality, with a varied project pipeline that includes projects across New Build and Refurbishment sectors. Our client has an enviable order book already secured for 2026 but they are continuing to target new business and grow their team. Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing a work winning team, handling a variety of tenders, coordinating and collaborating all techincal disciplines to ensure a successful bid in addition to managing the bid through the PCSA process. Previous experience working in pre-construction as either a Planner, Estimator or Design Manager would be advantageous, or from a Project Management or Commercial background. Desirable Experience: 10 years+ UK experience working for a Main Contractor, ideally within a Pre-Construction position, or alternatively in a profession which has exposure to Pre-Construction stages e.g. Estimator, Planner, Design Manager, Project Manager or Commercial. Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to working. Previous involvement in PCSA or 2-stage procurement is essential for this position. Good knowledge of construction management process and techniques. Previous roles: Senior Bid Manager OR Bid Coordinator OR Proposals Manager OR Bid Manager OR Senior Project Manager OR Pre-Construction Project Manager OR Pre-Construction Manager OR Framework Manager. Qualifications & Skills: Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Architecture or comparable qualification. Application Process: If you would like more information on this Bid Manager position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.
APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Vacancy Summary Job Title: Senior Bid Manager Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Cambridgeshire Start Date: ASAP Salary: c 85k- 90k + car allowance, healthcare, pension, bonus Company & Project: An industry-leading, award-winning Main Contractor is looking to further strengthen its pre-construction team following a period of sustained success and a surging project pipeline. Known for high employee satisfaction and a diverse portfolio: spanning Life Sciences, Healthcare, Commercial, Education and Residential, the business is seeking an experienced Senior Bid Manager. This position will play a pivotal role in the locally based Pre-Construction team, requiring a professional who can lead competitive tenders and navigate projects seamlessly through the PCSA stage to final contract award. The client has a strong reputation in the market for work winning and build quality. Our client has an enviable order book already secured for 2026 but they are continuing to target new business and grow their team. Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing a work winning team, handling a variety of tenders, coordinating and collaborating all technical disciplines to ensure a successful bid in addition to managing the bid through the PCSA process. Previous experience working as a Bid Manager or from a pre-construction background as either a Planner, Estimator or Design Manager would be advantageous, or from a Project Management or Commercial background. Desirable Experience: 10 years+ UK experience working for a Main Contractor, ideally within a Pre-Construction position, or alternatively in a profession which has exposure to Pre-Construction stages e.g. Estimator, Planner, Design Manager, Project Manager or Commercial. Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to working. Previous involvement in PCSA or 2-stage procurement is essential for this position. Good knowledge of construction management process and techniques. Previous roles: Senior Bid Manager OR Bid Coordinator OR Proposals Manager OR Bid Manager OR Senior Project Manager OR Pre-Construction Project Manager OR Pre-Construction Manager OR Framework Manager. Qualifications & Skills: Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Architecture or comparable qualification. Application Process: If you would like more information on this Senior Bid Manager position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.
14/02/2026
Full time
Vacancy Summary Job Title: Senior Bid Manager Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Cambridgeshire Start Date: ASAP Salary: c 85k- 90k + car allowance, healthcare, pension, bonus Company & Project: An industry-leading, award-winning Main Contractor is looking to further strengthen its pre-construction team following a period of sustained success and a surging project pipeline. Known for high employee satisfaction and a diverse portfolio: spanning Life Sciences, Healthcare, Commercial, Education and Residential, the business is seeking an experienced Senior Bid Manager. This position will play a pivotal role in the locally based Pre-Construction team, requiring a professional who can lead competitive tenders and navigate projects seamlessly through the PCSA stage to final contract award. The client has a strong reputation in the market for work winning and build quality. Our client has an enviable order book already secured for 2026 but they are continuing to target new business and grow their team. Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing a work winning team, handling a variety of tenders, coordinating and collaborating all technical disciplines to ensure a successful bid in addition to managing the bid through the PCSA process. Previous experience working as a Bid Manager or from a pre-construction background as either a Planner, Estimator or Design Manager would be advantageous, or from a Project Management or Commercial background. Desirable Experience: 10 years+ UK experience working for a Main Contractor, ideally within a Pre-Construction position, or alternatively in a profession which has exposure to Pre-Construction stages e.g. Estimator, Planner, Design Manager, Project Manager or Commercial. Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to working. Previous involvement in PCSA or 2-stage procurement is essential for this position. Good knowledge of construction management process and techniques. Previous roles: Senior Bid Manager OR Bid Coordinator OR Proposals Manager OR Bid Manager OR Senior Project Manager OR Pre-Construction Project Manager OR Pre-Construction Manager OR Framework Manager. Qualifications & Skills: Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Architecture or comparable qualification. Application Process: If you would like more information on this Senior Bid Manager position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.
Graduate / Junior Engineer
Erith , Kent
Immediate
Permanent
“Are you a graduate with a degree /HNC in electrical engineering or equivalent then please read on”
THE COMPANY
Established in 2005 our client is an electrical installation company that offer a full range of electrical installation services; Their capabilities include Civil Construction, EHV, HV, LV & fibre optic cable jointing, cable pulling &installation, and installation of all associated auxiliary equipment.
They cover a wide scope of projects including those on private and commercial networks, for the renewables energy market (both on & off shore), the over ground railway &London Underground and constructions industry.
A close ambitious team they are now looking for a new team member who will enjoy the challenge of a very varied workload and the opportunity to contribute ideas and make an impact towards our continued success.
THE ROLE
Working closely with the Business Manager, Commercial Manager and Bids Team, the Project Engineer has a varied role supporting the day-to-day operations of a small but growing engineering firm. The role supports the Directors, Projects teams, and the Bids & Development Team.
Supporting all electrical installations up to 400kV, working with project teams for current contracts and supporting the Bids Manager on Research & Development for new proposals;
Undertaking stand alone R&D projects as directed by Management and/or as proposed by yourself (alongside a Business Case to justify it)
Reviewing project requirements and developing designs to technical specifications with project team, including calculations to substantiate the design;
Documenting procedures and reporting on performance against targets internally and for the client, in adherence with client/our own best practice procedures, safety and site rules. This includes working closely with our HSEQ Coordinator and Project Managers;
Documentation support – installation, commissioning and operating documents;
Actively contribute to design review, safety review (Risk Assessment and HAZOPS) – for technical, financial and risk mitigation – developing contingency plans and ensuring the company’s policies relating to Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental management are implemented consistently;
Assisting with project related and technical procurement – equipment (including repair versus replace analysis; quality control; health & safety) and resource (including need analysis requirements; supporting workforce management; providing technical advice to workforce including engineers, technicians and subcontractors);
Working towards gaining a commercial understanding of projects and assisting with compilation of Application for payments
Provide Technical Support to the Project Managers and Bids Team.
Reviewing Electrical and Fibre Optic Testing Procedures, Equipment and assist with compiling Results and Reports
Setup and update Project expense logs
Provide administrative and technical support in order to ensure effective and efficient office operations.
Provide support to the PM, Management team, Stores and Directors.
When required assist with the management of all on going accreditation and certification requirements.
Providing absence cover and workload support to other administrative and site functions including Project Management Office, Finance, Procurement, Stores and HR functions.
THE CANDIDATE
The client wishes to see candidates that have
Office administration experience and knowledge of standard office procedures, demonstrating good time management and prioritisation skills;
Advanced level of MS Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint;
Strong oral and verbal communication skills;
Good attention detail to identify and recommend changes;
Good vocabulary and grammar. Understands, complies with and contributes to quality standards and processes.
Recognises and communicates the benefit of good health, safety and wellbeing to maintain professionalism on behalf of H&A.
Desirable:
Degree/HNC in Electrical/High Voltage Engineering or equivalent;
Hold valid manual driving license.
Microsoft Project
APPLICATION PROCESS
Don’t waste time if you think this is the one for you! Apply directly through the advert or send your CV straight to me on (url removed)
23/07/2020
Permanent
Graduate / Junior Engineer
Erith , Kent
Immediate
Permanent
“Are you a graduate with a degree /HNC in electrical engineering or equivalent then please read on”
THE COMPANY
Established in 2005 our client is an electrical installation company that offer a full range of electrical installation services; Their capabilities include Civil Construction, EHV, HV, LV & fibre optic cable jointing, cable pulling &installation, and installation of all associated auxiliary equipment.
They cover a wide scope of projects including those on private and commercial networks, for the renewables energy market (both on & off shore), the over ground railway &London Underground and constructions industry.
A close ambitious team they are now looking for a new team member who will enjoy the challenge of a very varied workload and the opportunity to contribute ideas and make an impact towards our continued success.
THE ROLE
Working closely with the Business Manager, Commercial Manager and Bids Team, the Project Engineer has a varied role supporting the day-to-day operations of a small but growing engineering firm. The role supports the Directors, Projects teams, and the Bids & Development Team.
Supporting all electrical installations up to 400kV, working with project teams for current contracts and supporting the Bids Manager on Research & Development for new proposals;
Undertaking stand alone R&D projects as directed by Management and/or as proposed by yourself (alongside a Business Case to justify it)
Reviewing project requirements and developing designs to technical specifications with project team, including calculations to substantiate the design;
Documenting procedures and reporting on performance against targets internally and for the client, in adherence with client/our own best practice procedures, safety and site rules. This includes working closely with our HSEQ Coordinator and Project Managers;
Documentation support – installation, commissioning and operating documents;
Actively contribute to design review, safety review (Risk Assessment and HAZOPS) – for technical, financial and risk mitigation – developing contingency plans and ensuring the company’s policies relating to Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental management are implemented consistently;
Assisting with project related and technical procurement – equipment (including repair versus replace analysis; quality control; health & safety) and resource (including need analysis requirements; supporting workforce management; providing technical advice to workforce including engineers, technicians and subcontractors);
Working towards gaining a commercial understanding of projects and assisting with compilation of Application for payments
Provide Technical Support to the Project Managers and Bids Team.
Reviewing Electrical and Fibre Optic Testing Procedures, Equipment and assist with compiling Results and Reports
Setup and update Project expense logs
Provide administrative and technical support in order to ensure effective and efficient office operations.
Provide support to the PM, Management team, Stores and Directors.
When required assist with the management of all on going accreditation and certification requirements.
Providing absence cover and workload support to other administrative and site functions including Project Management Office, Finance, Procurement, Stores and HR functions.
THE CANDIDATE
The client wishes to see candidates that have
Office administration experience and knowledge of standard office procedures, demonstrating good time management and prioritisation skills;
Advanced level of MS Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint;
Strong oral and verbal communication skills;
Good attention detail to identify and recommend changes;
Good vocabulary and grammar. Understands, complies with and contributes to quality standards and processes.
Recognises and communicates the benefit of good health, safety and wellbeing to maintain professionalism on behalf of H&A.
Desirable:
Degree/HNC in Electrical/High Voltage Engineering or equivalent;
Hold valid manual driving license.
Microsoft Project
APPLICATION PROCESS
Don’t waste time if you think this is the one for you! Apply directly through the advert or send your CV straight to me on (url removed)
JS245 – Senior Estimator (Civil Construction)
Location: Swindon, Wilts
Salary: £ 60,000 - £65,000 + Car / Travel allowance
First Military Executive Recruitment are pleased to be recruiting for a Senior Estimator. The successful candidate will have extensive experience working in Civil Construction.
The successful candidate will operate in coordination with Bid Managers to ensure competitive pricing.
Our client encourages interest from former service personnel, however all qualified candidates will be considered.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with Planner and, where appropriate the Bid Manager and Design Manager.
Provide advice to Bid Manager/ Design manager on most competitive design options.
Produce competitive price using methodologies and outputs etc. to suit conditions/ situations relevant to the scheme.
Advise Bid Manager on sufficiency of Client bill of quantity/ activity schedule and arrange for full quantity take off or checking as required.
Preparing the price estimate for tenders or budget pricing comprising the following aspects:
Labour -
Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items.
Ensure Working Rule Agreement (and any other specific requirements such as London Living Wage) included in labour rates.
Prepare scheme specific labour rate calculation where required.
Plant -
Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items.
Liaise with Planner to reconcile plant resource levels.
Materials -
Comparison sheet for materials considering unit rate (conversation factors), wastage, waiting times and part loads etc.
Liaise with procurement to determine appropriate selection of suppliers to send enquiries to.
Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of supplier quotations.
Liaise with procurement and agree on the selection of supplier quotations to be used in the estimate.
Subcontracts -
Liaise with procurement & bid team to determine appropriate selection of subcontractors to send enquiries to.
Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of subcontractor quotations.
Preparation of comparison sheet for subcontractors detailing additions/ deletions from quoted rates.
Liaise with procurement and bid manager and agree on the selection of the subcontractor to be used in the estimate.
Temporary Works -
Liaise with Planner/ Technical Services and Temporary Works Coordinator to agree extent and nature of temporary works.
Agree costs of temporary works with temporary works coordinator.
Staff -
Agree staffing levels and produce staff programme with Bid Manager and Operations lead.
Use currently weekly staff rates to price staff.
Agree staff patterns and overtime rates with Operations lead for out of normal hours working – note these need to comply with Working time directive/ NR fatigue guidance etc.
Preliminaries -
Liaise with Planner to determine overall duration of preliminaries.
Coordinate and liaise with Bid Manager to ensure all aspects of Clients requirements included as necessary (CCS/ CEEQUAL etc).
Risk -
Input with Bid Manager and tender risk manager into tender risk/ opportunity register.
Final settlement and submission -
Produce top–sheet tender summary in current format and associated back up sheets.
Present pricing build up at pre-settlement and settlement meetings.
Prepare adjustments sheet in coordination with Bid Manager to reflect settlement adjustments.
Prepare final pricing documentation for inclusion with tender submission – where possible ensuring pricing maintains a positive cash flow throughout the project.
Coordinate with Bid Manager for the production of the Form of tender/ Contract Data Part 2 as required.
Liaise with Bid Manager and address any post tender clarifications/amendments issued by the Client.
Handover (for successful bids) -
Prepare handover pricing document for issue to Project Manager and Commercial Manager.
Attend Handover meeting with Bid Manager.
Review (for unsuccessful bids) -
Coordinate with Bid Manager to review feedback on tender price (where provided) for future tenders.
Skills & experience:
Sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniques.
Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation.
Commercial awareness of different forms of contract.
Sound knowledge of the governance and procedural requirements for work winning.
Detailed knowledge of estimating software packages.
Location: Swindon, Wilts
Salary: £ 60,000 - £65,000 + Car / Travel Allowance
23/06/2020
Permanent
JS245 – Senior Estimator (Civil Construction)
Location: Swindon, Wilts
Salary: £ 60,000 - £65,000 + Car / Travel allowance
First Military Executive Recruitment are pleased to be recruiting for a Senior Estimator. The successful candidate will have extensive experience working in Civil Construction.
The successful candidate will operate in coordination with Bid Managers to ensure competitive pricing.
Our client encourages interest from former service personnel, however all qualified candidates will be considered.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with Planner and, where appropriate the Bid Manager and Design Manager.
Provide advice to Bid Manager/ Design manager on most competitive design options.
Produce competitive price using methodologies and outputs etc. to suit conditions/ situations relevant to the scheme.
Advise Bid Manager on sufficiency of Client bill of quantity/ activity schedule and arrange for full quantity take off or checking as required.
Preparing the price estimate for tenders or budget pricing comprising the following aspects:
Labour -
Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items.
Ensure Working Rule Agreement (and any other specific requirements such as London Living Wage) included in labour rates.
Prepare scheme specific labour rate calculation where required.
Plant -
Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items.
Liaise with Planner to reconcile plant resource levels.
Materials -
Comparison sheet for materials considering unit rate (conversation factors), wastage, waiting times and part loads etc.
Liaise with procurement to determine appropriate selection of suppliers to send enquiries to.
Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of supplier quotations.
Liaise with procurement and agree on the selection of supplier quotations to be used in the estimate.
Subcontracts -
Liaise with procurement & bid team to determine appropriate selection of subcontractors to send enquiries to.
Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of subcontractor quotations.
Preparation of comparison sheet for subcontractors detailing additions/ deletions from quoted rates.
Liaise with procurement and bid manager and agree on the selection of the subcontractor to be used in the estimate.
Temporary Works -
Liaise with Planner/ Technical Services and Temporary Works Coordinator to agree extent and nature of temporary works.
Agree costs of temporary works with temporary works coordinator.
Staff -
Agree staffing levels and produce staff programme with Bid Manager and Operations lead.
Use currently weekly staff rates to price staff.
Agree staff patterns and overtime rates with Operations lead for out of normal hours working – note these need to comply with Working time directive/ NR fatigue guidance etc.
Preliminaries -
Liaise with Planner to determine overall duration of preliminaries.
Coordinate and liaise with Bid Manager to ensure all aspects of Clients requirements included as necessary (CCS/ CEEQUAL etc).
Risk -
Input with Bid Manager and tender risk manager into tender risk/ opportunity register.
Final settlement and submission -
Produce top–sheet tender summary in current format and associated back up sheets.
Present pricing build up at pre-settlement and settlement meetings.
Prepare adjustments sheet in coordination with Bid Manager to reflect settlement adjustments.
Prepare final pricing documentation for inclusion with tender submission – where possible ensuring pricing maintains a positive cash flow throughout the project.
Coordinate with Bid Manager for the production of the Form of tender/ Contract Data Part 2 as required.
Liaise with Bid Manager and address any post tender clarifications/amendments issued by the Client.
Handover (for successful bids) -
Prepare handover pricing document for issue to Project Manager and Commercial Manager.
Attend Handover meeting with Bid Manager.
Review (for unsuccessful bids) -
Coordinate with Bid Manager to review feedback on tender price (where provided) for future tenders.
Skills & experience:
Sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniques.
Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation.
Commercial awareness of different forms of contract.
Sound knowledge of the governance and procedural requirements for work winning.
Detailed knowledge of estimating software packages.
Location: Swindon, Wilts
Salary: £ 60,000 - £65,000 + Car / Travel Allowance
