Estimator

GVR Solutions Ltd; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable main contractor based in Essex is looking for an Estimator / Senior Estimator to join their pre-construction team. The successful candidate will work on refurbishment and fit-out projects with values up to £8m. Key responsibilities include overseeing tender activities, pricing, and ensuring quality submissions. Candidates should have 5-10 years of estimating experience in a contracting environment and strong communication skills. Competitive salary of £50K - £70K plus package offered.

Qualifications

• 5 - 10 years previous Estimating experience in main contracting.
• Experience with refurbishment or fit out contracts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee tender and bid activity including pricing and preparation.
• Provide detailed breakdowns of tenders to stakeholders.
• Obtain best value subcontract and supplier prices.

Skills

Estimating experience

Team player

Communication

Tools

Excel

Bluebeam

Job description

Estimator / Senior Estimator

GVR Solutions are currently representing a reputable and very well-established main contractor, based in Essex, who have entered the market for an Estimator / Senior Estimator to join their pre-construction team.

As a main contractor they provide refurbishment and fit out services in the Aviation, Commercial and Data Centre sectors with project values up to £8m.

Salary

£50K - £70K + package

Responsibilities

• Working closely with the pre-construction Director, Commercial Director and Senior Estimator
• Oversee all tender and bid activity including pricing, preparation and submission, ensuring accuracy and quality, from initial enquiry and take-offs
• Provide detailed breakdowns of tenders to directors and clients
• Analysis of risk and opportunity
• Obtain best value sub-contract and supplier prices in order to maximise value for money within secured works
• Procurement of sub-contract works including documentation and compliance
• Attend regular tender review meetings
• Effective communication with clients, suppliers, external consultants and colleagues through to senior management.
• Currently they use Excel but have a self-built system within so it is very efficient
• They are looking at getting Bluebeam for Take-offs

Requirements

• 5 - 10 years previous Estimating experience working within a main contracting environment.
• A team player
• Previous experience as an Estimator
• Experience working on fit out or refurbishment contracts

If you are interested in the above Estimator / Senior Estimator role, then please get in touch