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Job Summary The company: Have been successfully operating since 2017 and growing year on year. Our client is based in Bristol and cover the south west, there tenders can be from Civils and Groundworks, Electrical/Mechanical, Refurbishments, Offices and Industrial units, with a project value of £200,000 - 2 million. Key Objective: Working as head of the Estimating team and reporting to the Commercial Manager, the Senior Estimator will be responsible for tender enquiry documentation, pricing of bills of quantities including build costs, preliminaries and fees whilst investigating and pricing Value Engineering cost savings. The candidate will be capable of producing best price bids for our larger tenders typically ranging in values £500k - £2m in addition to managing the estimating team to ensure all deliverables are met. Strategic and Operational Duties: Take ownership of tendering activities, including planning and coordination of all submission elements. Support the Business Development Manager in preparing bid/no-bid justifications. Work collaboratively with the Commercial Manager and Operations Manager to continuously improve Business Processes. Mentor, develop and line manage the estimating team in the business Key responsibilities: You will co-ordinate all aspects of the tender process, including; the preparation and presentation of fully inclusive Tender bids, taking into consideration all aspects of tender documentation received. Track all bids and tenders through a full life cycle Use technical experience to identify opportunities and risks along with solutions to add value, Researching and understanding current market prices for subcontractors and materials, Analysis of subcontractor tender returns and production of subcontractor work package comparisons Measurement and production of measured quantities as the tender requires for incorporation in enquiries A natural forward thinking leader, with a great work ethic and attitude. Handover successful bids to the construction team, attending handover meetings and providing briefings. Scope of works. Liaise with clients, consultants, and subcontractors to clarify project details and negotiate terms. Provide detailed feedback in relation to both successful and unsuccessful bids and tenders. Benefits: 28 days including bank holidays Car allowance (the salary reflects no vehicle) Pension Hybrid - at least 1-2 days in the office Hours 8am - 5pm - Monday - Friday Salary £68,000 - £75,000 Minimum experience of 10 years within the commercial contracts space. Requirements for the role: Must be familiar with NEC3 or JCT Contracts. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field like construction management or civil engineering, extensive experience in construction estimating, and advanced proficiency in estimating software. Key skills include strong analytical and mathematical abilities, excellent communication and negotiation skills. Leading x2 estimators, and x3 office staff, working alongside the Construction director. 10 years experience in a similar role. If you have the relevant experience, send me a copy of your CV. Start date December/January. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: Company pension Flexitime Work from home 3-4 days a week

Our client is a leading residential groundworks contractor based in the West Midlands. They have grown exponentially in recent years and have a strong focus on quality and service evidenced their blue chip client base of developers most of which being repeat business. On the back of sustained growth they are seeking a Contracts Manager to manage schemes in the West Midlands. The Contracts Manager will be responsible for: * Managing 3 - 4 residential groundworks schemes roads sewers 278 * Management of men, materials and plant * Management of health and safety To be considered for the role you will have a background and track record working for a recognised groundworks contractor in a similar role. This is career opportunity to join a 'family feel' contractor who reward performance and promote purely on merit. Permanent or freelance applicants will be considered. Excellent remuneration package will be offered to attract the right calibre of candidate. Civils Senior Talent and our client partners are equal opportunity employers

Our client is a leading residential groundworks contractor based in the West Midlands. They have grown exponentially in recent years and have a strong focus on quality and service evidenced their blue chip client base of developers most of which being repeat business. On the back of sustained growth they are seeking a Contracts Manager to manage schemes in the West Midlands. The Contracts Manager will be responsible for: * Managing 3 - 4 residential groundworks schemes roads sewers 278 * Management of men, materials and plant * Management of health and safety To be considered for the role you will have a background and track record working for a recognised groundworks contractor in a similar role. This is career opportunity to join a 'family feel' contractor who reward performance and promote purely on merit. Permanent or freelance applicants will be considered. Excellent remuneration package will be offered to attract the right calibre of candidate. Civils Senior Talent and our client partners are equal opportunity employers

Our client is a leading Highways Term Maintenance contractor based across the South of England operational from their four established offices. An ever-growing contractor that provides a range highways civil engineering, traffic management and environmental services with specialist expertise in highways maintenance. The business has profited from strong leadership over the last 5 years, increasing their turnover year on year over that 5-year period. If you are looking for an organisation that will reward and encourage your development, empower you to make decisions and make things happen then this is definitely the contractor for you! Due to their continued success, they are currently seeking an enthusiastic Senior QS to join their established commercial team from their SW regional offices based just off the M5 near Cheltenham. You; This Senior Quantity Surveyor role will suit you if you thrive in fast paced environments working on both highways and local authority frameworks. You’ll get the opportunity to work under the tutelage of an experienced Commercial Manager benefitting from their extensive knowledge and experience. The company actively encourage and promote from within and with a solid portfolio of work the chance for progression is strong. Role; As the new senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll be in good company working together in conjunction with the Commercial Manager undertaking change requests, running compensation events, producing monthly CVR reports, as well as the application and administration of all contracts. Training will always be on offer throughout your career with this company so rest assure you will always be given the knowledge and development to meet your personal goals. You will be a long term framework within the Highways sector, working on schemes that range between £100 to £750,000. Requirements; To be considered for this Senior Quantity Surveyor role you will have 3 - 5 years experience as Quantity Surveyor. Working directly with a contractor (ideally in a highways setting although I will consider civils / groundworks experience) backed up with NEC forms of contract is essential. Experience of running a small team of commercial staff would be an advantage. Benefits; Up to £70,000 per annum + car/allowance + pension + healthcare Don’t miss out on this Senior Quantity Surveyor position-contact me now to express your interest as I am in constant contact with my client on this very important immediate commercial role

My client is a leading national commercial grounds maintenance organisation. They have secured a number of large maintenance contracts and are looking to add to their growing team of Senior Estimators to be based in Essex.  Responsibilities:   Manage and develop existing estimating team Secure soft and hard landscaping works in London and South UK Liaise with Operations, Business Development and Commercial Senior Teams to achieve  budgeted sales of between £15M-£20M pa Working with a broad spectrum of clients from Main Contractors, Utilities, Housing Associations / Developers and Local Authorities. Works will include ECO, Small Construction, Soft & Hard Landscaping and Groundworks. Supporting construction and procurement managers, working with Business Development to deliver commercial and quality bids and tender processes. Report to Commercial Director and play key role in setting bids with senior managers and bid team directors.   Key Requirements: 5+ years commercial work experience as an Estimator in the Landscape or Construction industry. Proven track record of estimating systems, Conquest, Valesco or similar is desired although training will be given. Proven track record in the landscaping sector is desirable with knowledge of hard landscaping elements, experience in related construction or civils roles would be beneficial. Good negotiating and client management skills. Good commercial and contractual knowledge of common contracts used in the industry such as NEC and JCT Demonstrable leadership qualities. A willingness to travel if required. A desire to achieve personal goals and further develop the business.