Trainee Estimator (Timber Frame)
Trainee Timber Frame Estimator - Scotframe - Inverness
'Making the world a better home' - Saint-Gobain's purpose, we have a history spanning more than 350 years and have a responsibility to address the major challenges faced by humanity. We are on a journey to make the world a beautiful and sustainable place to live and have pledged to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050!
This is a fantastic opportunity to join as a Trainee Timber Frame Estimator with Scotframe to provide accurate detailed quotations for the supply of timber frame kits and associated joinery materials in line with client's drawings & specifications.
As a Timber Frame Estimator with Scotframe you will be involved in the following:
Produce competitive quotations at given margins to sustain & grow the business.
Work efficiently and accurately.
Manage pipeline and approach to each project in agreement with the sales team to ensure that opportunities are prioritized, workload is managed and response timescales are achieved.
Liaise with technical and production departments to ensure projects progress through the system from order to delivery.
Attend pre and post contract meetings as required.
Attend self-build and trade shows to represent the company.
Provide cover for customer sales enquiries when sales team are not available.
Maintain weekly record of workload and achievements.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Am I who you are looking for?
First and foremost, we always want to recruit talented people that align well with our values and way of working; we innovate, we collaborate, we're agile, we act with entrepreneurial spirit, and we're supportive of and close to our customers. Does this sound like you?
To be suitable for the Timber Frame Estimator with Scotframe you need to have:
Experience sought:
Experience of a fast moving estimating department and the understanding of the principles of timber frame construction and building industry requirements.
Ability to identify and implement performance goals, priorities, recommend measures.
Strong communication skills at all levels, both written and verbal.
Ability to consistently demonstrate initiative to spot and highlight areas/matters of concern to Line Manager.
Able to manage workload and work to tight deadlines.
Able to work on own or as part of a team.
IT literate in systems relevant to role i.e. Microsoft Excel & Word or estimating take off software.
Good business and commercial awareness - preferably gained from similar industry.
Able to translate technical language into simple terms.
Strong literacy and numeracy skills.Desirable:
Experience of CAD based drawing packages.
Knowledge of current Building Regulations.
Knowledge of thermal design requirements.
Good problem solving abilities.
Ability to influence and lead change within the team.There are 32+ fascinating Saint-Gobain businesses that recruit talented people in the UK and Ireland. However, regardless of which business you join, you are assured to be welcomed into a professional and warm environment, where we value all of our employees equally and have a strong focus on their health, safety and wellbeing at all times.
This vacancy is working for Scotframe, Saint-Gobain is the world leader in the habitat and construction markets, with over 170,000 employees and operations in 67 countries worldwide. With such a significant presence we are proud to offer our employees a career without boundaries???
Are You in?
What are the benefits?
In addition to benefitting from a significant focus on your own personal development, you will also have access to:
A competitive salary plus annual bonus.
Opportunities for career progression and development.
33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), plus the option to buy or sell additional days.
A defined contribution pension scheme.
Great discounts across high street chains, online stores and holiday agents.
Saint-Gobain Life Assurance Scheme.
Access to a leading health and wellbeing portal.So are you up for handling the ultimate, frontline responsibility for a business and its goals? Could you help sustain a world class reputation? Then apply today
'Making the world a better home' - Saint-Gobain's purpose, we have a history spanning more than 350 years and have a responsibility to address the major challenges faced by humanity. We are on a journey to make the world a beautiful and sustainable place to live and have pledged to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050!
This is a fantastic opportunity to join as a Trainee Timber Frame Estimator with Scotframe to provide accurate detailed quotations for the supply of timber frame kits and associated joinery materials in line with client's drawings & specifications.
As a Timber Frame Estimator with Scotframe you will be involved in the following:
Produce competitive quotations at given margins to sustain & grow the business.
Work efficiently and accurately.
Manage pipeline and approach to each project in agreement with the sales team to ensure that opportunities are prioritized, workload is managed and response timescales are achieved.
Liaise with technical and production departments to ensure projects progress through the system from order to delivery.
Attend pre and post contract meetings as required.
Attend self-build and trade shows to represent the company.
Provide cover for customer sales enquiries when sales team are not available.
Maintain weekly record of workload and achievements.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Am I who you are looking for?
First and foremost, we always want to recruit talented people that align well with our values and way of working; we innovate, we collaborate, we're agile, we act with entrepreneurial spirit, and we're supportive of and close to our customers. Does this sound like you?
To be suitable for the Timber Frame Estimator with Scotframe you need to have:
Experience sought:
Experience of a fast moving estimating department and the understanding of the principles of timber frame construction and building industry requirements.
Ability to identify and implement performance goals, priorities, recommend measures.
Strong communication skills at all levels, both written and verbal.
Ability to consistently demonstrate initiative to spot and highlight areas/matters of concern to Line Manager.
Able to manage workload and work to tight deadlines.
Able to work on own or as part of a team.
IT literate in systems relevant to role i.e. Microsoft Excel & Word or estimating take off software.
Good business and commercial awareness - preferably gained from similar industry.
Able to translate technical language into simple terms.
Strong literacy and numeracy skills.Desirable:
Experience of CAD based drawing packages.
Knowledge of current Building Regulations.
Knowledge of thermal design requirements.
Good problem solving abilities.
Ability to influence and lead change within the team.There are 32+ fascinating Saint-Gobain businesses that recruit talented people in the UK and Ireland. However, regardless of which business you join, you are assured to be welcomed into a professional and warm environment, where we value all of our employees equally and have a strong focus on their health, safety and wellbeing at all times.
This vacancy is working for Scotframe, Saint-Gobain is the world leader in the habitat and construction markets, with over 170,000 employees and operations in 67 countries worldwide. With such a significant presence we are proud to offer our employees a career without boundaries???
Are You in?
What are the benefits?
In addition to benefitting from a significant focus on your own personal development, you will also have access to:
A competitive salary plus annual bonus.
Opportunities for career progression and development.
33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), plus the option to buy or sell additional days.
A defined contribution pension scheme.
Great discounts across high street chains, online stores and holiday agents.
Saint-Gobain Life Assurance Scheme.
Access to a leading health and wellbeing portal.So are you up for handling the ultimate, frontline responsibility for a business and its goals? Could you help sustain a world class reputation? Then apply today