Civils Estimator

QTS Group; Drumclog; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

QTS Group are seeking a Civils Estimator to join our team. The estimator, based at Rench Farm, will lead tender production, develop cost estimates, and liaise with the operational team across the UK to ensure timeliness and quality.

Preferred candidates have an HND in QS or Civil Engineering and 5+ years' contractor experience, with site exposure; the role supports career development and adherence to QTS policies.

Qualifications

• HND in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience with a contractor preferred.
• PTS and/or site experience preferred.
• Committed to equal opportunity employment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage allocated tenders and produce estimates.
• Mentor junior team members.
• Attend site meetings as required.
• Prepare take-offs and quotes from materials and sub-contractors.
• Develop methodology with Operational team.
• Ensure estimates meet client requirements and are thoroughly checked.
• Review commercial performance against forecasted estimates.
• Identify risks and opportunities in each tender and communicate with clients.
• Uphold QTS quality, health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Assist in other company tasks as needed.

Skills

Tender management

Cost estimation

Education

HND in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering

Tools

PTS/Site experience

Job description

QTS Group are currently looking for aCivils Estimator to join our team.

The Estimator reporting to the Senior Estimator shall have the responsibility and authority for the production of estimates of all assigned tenders to QTS and shall, at a minimum:

• Manage and lead allocated tenders


• Mentor more junior team members


• Manage individual tender portfolio to ensure estimates are produced within the required timescales.


• Attend site meetings as required


• Produce take-off and collate quotes for materials and from sub-contractors.


• Liaise with Operational team to develop methodology.


• Develop cost estimate for individual scheme.


• Ensure all tender returns meet the client’s requirements.


• Ensure that all estimates produced have been reviewed and checked


• Assist with reviewing awarded contracts commercial performance against forecasted at estimating stage.


• Ensure the company is fully aware of the risk and opportunities involved in each tender.


• Liaise and communicate between QTS and the potential client during the tender and pre award periods, including attendance at meetings and technical queries.


• Ensure a commitment to comply with requirements and continual improvement of the effectiveness of the Quality, Health & safety and Environmental Management System.


• Uphold all Company policies.


• Compliance with QTS procedures.


• Assist in any other aspect of the Company where required.

As Estimator you will be based at Rench Farm, but you will also be expected to be involved in business throughout the UK.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum HND in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering preferred but not essential


• Minimum of 5 years experience working for a contractor preferred but not essential


• PTS and/or Site Experience preferred but not essential

QTS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identify or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.