Estimator

Davis Mills; Stanford-le-Hope; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Stanford-le-Hope is seeking a talented Estimator to join their team. In this role, you will prepare and price tenders for projects up to £5m, ensuring accurate Bill of Quantities and liaising with clients and suppliers. The ideal candidate will have experience in drylining contracts and a strong understanding of Excel. This position offers an excellent working environment and the opportunity to be part of a reputable company in the construction sector.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a subcontracting type environment.
• Ability to analyze suppliers quotations.
• Experience with preparing and pricing tenders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annotated computerised schedules and Bills of Quantities.
• Prepare and send out material enquiries.
• Liaise with Clients/Suppliers during the tender process.

Skills

Good understanding of Excel

Experience of tender for drylining contracts

Capability of preparing BoQ's from specifications

Job description

Talented Estimator required

Davis Mills has been instructed to resource an Estimator for an established specialist fit out, drywall & façade sub-contractor involved in drywall, ceilings, plastering, rendering, steel frames and external façade / cladding systems. They are fully committed to new technology through investment in research, development and improving processes for productivity and efficiency. Their goal is to be the first point of contact for any customer on any construction project, from initial design all the way through to project completion. They are keen to recruit a talented Estimator to be based at their head office in Essex, tendering projects up to £5m in value.

The Estimator will be involved in the preparation and tender return of quantified tenders from specifications and drawings or bill of quantities, prequalification's questionnaires and also pre tender meeting, as well as internal handover meetings. The Estimator's key duties:

• Prepare annotated computerised schedules and Bills of Quantities from clients Specification and drawings
• Prepare and price tenders from either clients or own prepared Bill of quantities
• Prepare and send out material enquiries
• Analysis of suppliers quotations
• To liaise with Clients / Suppliers as required during the tender process
• The Estimator will be expected to liaise with the site team during the preparation of the Handover and distribution of tender documents on secured projects.

Estimator's key attributes:

• Good understanding of Excel
• Experience of tender for drylining contracts or Façade systems and worked in a subcontracting type environment
• Capable of preparing BoQ's from specifications and drawings

The Estimator will be offered an excellent working environment coupled with the knowledge of working for a company with an excellent reputation within their sector.