Senior Estimator
Are you a Senior Estimator looking for a change? We have an excellent opportunity to join a market leading contractor.
As the estimator you will be responsible for producing tenders in a timely and detailed manner. You will be required to produce package tenders that will be part of a larger bid and therefore you must have experience working within a team environment.
Projects are mainly within the commercial sector and will be new build, fit out, and refurbishment.
Role & Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Estimating Manager the Senior Estimator is responsible for:
* Appraising tender documents and preparing estimates as necessary
* Measuring builders quantities and managing the preparation of Bills of Quantities
* Pricing of Bills of Quantities including build costs, preliminaries and fees
* Preparing sub-contract and material enquiries
* Maintaining good relationships with sub-contractors and suppliers
* First principles pricing for selected trades using the company standard outputs
* Leading tender adjudication meetings
* Risk and value management of tenders. This includes spotting, taking advantage of and advising internal teams on potential risks and opportunities in a tender/project.
* Investigate and price Value Engineering cost savings where applicable.
* To attend client presentations and providing information to clients in a professional manner.
* Being the point of contact with clients including raising & answering queries etc.
* Communicate effectively at all times with both clients and internal companies / departments
* Attend and takes notes of any meetings relevant to the project
* Ensuring accurate tracking of all tender documentation
* Researching and understanding current market prices for subcontractors and materials
* Preparing budget estimates and cost plans
* Measuring and pricing accurate complete cost plans
* Maintaining records and historical data as reference for future cost plan preparation and back checking procured schemes
* Carry out reasonable additional duties as and when required
Requirements:
* 4+ years' experience in estimating of design & build contracts
* Residential Apartments experience
* Be qualified to HNC/Diploma/Degree level in Construction /Quantity Surveying
* RICS / CIOB qualifications
* Capable of using On-Screen take off & Conquest estimating software
* Excellent knowledge of current forms of contract
Benefits of working the with JRL Group:
Competitive salary with confidence of working for an established and growing company
Pension Scheme
Possible career growth for the right candidate
An opportunity to work on some of the nation's most exciting Construction projects
A stimulating & dynamic environment
Dedicated Training & Development Department
Team bonding events
Newly refurbished Gym & Multi-purpose Studio in Head Office
In-house barista
Contemporary Lounge & Canteen area
We endeavour to work closely with chosen charities which we encourage our employees to participate and contribute
Sporting Events - perfect for the keen cyclist/runner
As the estimator you will be responsible for producing tenders in a timely and detailed manner. You will be required to produce package tenders that will be part of a larger bid and therefore you must have experience working within a team environment.
Projects are mainly within the commercial sector and will be new build, fit out, and refurbishment.
Role & Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Estimating Manager the Senior Estimator is responsible for:
* Appraising tender documents and preparing estimates as necessary
* Measuring builders quantities and managing the preparation of Bills of Quantities
* Pricing of Bills of Quantities including build costs, preliminaries and fees
* Preparing sub-contract and material enquiries
* Maintaining good relationships with sub-contractors and suppliers
* First principles pricing for selected trades using the company standard outputs
* Leading tender adjudication meetings
* Risk and value management of tenders. This includes spotting, taking advantage of and advising internal teams on potential risks and opportunities in a tender/project.
* Investigate and price Value Engineering cost savings where applicable.
* To attend client presentations and providing information to clients in a professional manner.
* Being the point of contact with clients including raising & answering queries etc.
* Communicate effectively at all times with both clients and internal companies / departments
* Attend and takes notes of any meetings relevant to the project
* Ensuring accurate tracking of all tender documentation
* Researching and understanding current market prices for subcontractors and materials
* Preparing budget estimates and cost plans
* Measuring and pricing accurate complete cost plans
* Maintaining records and historical data as reference for future cost plan preparation and back checking procured schemes
* Carry out reasonable additional duties as and when required
Requirements:
* 4+ years' experience in estimating of design & build contracts
* Residential Apartments experience
* Be qualified to HNC/Diploma/Degree level in Construction /Quantity Surveying
* RICS / CIOB qualifications
* Capable of using On-Screen take off & Conquest estimating software
* Excellent knowledge of current forms of contract
Benefits of working the with JRL Group:
Competitive salary with confidence of working for an established and growing company
Pension Scheme
Possible career growth for the right candidate
An opportunity to work on some of the nation's most exciting Construction projects
A stimulating & dynamic environment
Dedicated Training & Development Department
Team bonding events
Newly refurbished Gym & Multi-purpose Studio in Head Office
In-house barista
Contemporary Lounge & Canteen area
We endeavour to work closely with chosen charities which we encourage our employees to participate and contribute
Sporting Events - perfect for the keen cyclist/runner