Leiths - Estimator

Leiths; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company based in Aberdeen City is looking for an Estimator. The role involves producing estimates, attending tender meetings, and liaising with clients. Candidates should have a strong civil engineering background and knowledge of estimating techniques and software. A clean UK Driving License is essential, as occasional site visits are required. This position promises a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Strong background in civil engineering required.
• Detailed understanding of estimating techniques necessary.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets and estimating software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Produce estimates alongside team members.
• Maintain and improve the quality of estimating techniques.
• Attend tender meetings and liaise with clients to understand project requirements.
• Conduct detailed analysis of direct and indirect costs.
• Provide regular reporting on tender progress and work to deadlines.

Skills

Civil engineering background

Estimating techniques

Spreadsheet proficiency

Estimating software knowledge

Job description

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We are currently seeking to recruit an Estimator to be based at our Rigifa, Cove offices.

The main responsibilities of this role are producing estimates alongside other team members, maintaining and improving the quality of estimating techniques and processes. The successful candidate will be required to attend tender meetings and liaise with clients in order to gain a thorough understanding of the project requirements.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong background in civil engineering along with a detailed understanding of estimating techniques as well as a sound knowledge of spreadsheets and other estimating software packages. The role will involve detailed analysis of direct and indirect costs, along with regular reporting on the progress of tenders at all stages and working to deadlines in order to achieve desirable results.

The role is mainly office based but occasional site visits will be required to expand technical knowledge and company culture and therefore it is essential that you hold a valid clean UK Driving License.