Multi-Utilities Senior Estimator

Michael Page; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary DOE

Private medical insurance

Opportunity to work in a thriving environment

Job summary

A reputable construction company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to manage cost estimates for multi-utility infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for producing competitive bids while ensuring compliance and profitability. The role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively within various teams. This position offers a highly competitive salary and the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience within same role, or similar within the civil engineering sector.
• Self-driven, results-oriented, with a 'can do' attitude without compromising safety and/or compliance.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
• Proficiency with estimating software and data libraries.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate project scope, risk and pricing strategy for all work types.
• Produce accurate and comprehensive estimates and submission documents.
• Manage multiple estimates and tenders simultaneously.
• Liaise with operations to develop scope and input for variations.
• Support business development and handover of tender documentation.

Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment

Tools

RIB CCS Candy iTWO software

PDF Xchange Editor

iTWO

Job description

As a Senior Estimator within the Multi Utilities department, you will play a critical role in the successful execution of multi-utility infrastructure projects, including water, gas, electricity, and telecoms. Your primary responsibility will be to manage and produce accurate cost estimates for a variety of projects, ensuring that bids are competitive while maintaining profitability and compliance with the project's scope and regulations.

This position is with a well-established, medium-sized organisation within the Civil Engineering industry. The company specialises in delivering high-quality construction projects and is known for its commitment to excellence and innovation in the sector.

Description

Daily

• Evaluate project scope, risk and pricing strategy for all work types, ensuring all information is correct, accurate, and within the required SLA's.
• Produce accurate and comprehensive estimates and submission documents for all works, within a timely and efficient manner.
• Produce estimates from first principles using RIB CCS Candy iTWO software and company master libraries, ensuring estimates are accurate and completed in a timely manner and within required SLA's.
• Manage multiple estimates and tenders simultaneously, ensuring all work is completed as requested and within specified time frames.
• Produce draft design, estimate and prepare complete proposals to the business and customer expectations for all utility works.
• Create and maintain correct and accurate quantities and thorough project launches from plans received of works to be completed.
• Produce draft design sketches using PDF Xchange Editor for design and build projects where no design is available.
• Prepare sign off and commercial documents for peer review and approval with the Head of Estimating and Directors.
• Liaise and support the business development function in all work-winning activities, to ensure all estimating is completed thoroughly and accurately, within required time frames.
• Support the estimating coordinator on the handling, processing and preparation of tender and pricing documents, ensuring all information is accurate and completed within specified time frames.
• Arrange and lead tender meetings with operations to produce construction programmes as part of the tendering process, ensuring all information is collated and communicated accurately and effectively.
• Arrange and lead estimating handover meetings, prepare handover documents accurately and in a timely manner, sharing all relevant project information necessary for operations to take ownership and begin project delivery.
• Liaise with operations to establish scope of works and prepare variation costs as required providing support to stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Liaise with construction and operations team to inform technical and operational aspects of a tender, ensuring information is accurate and completed within a timely manner.

Adhoc

• As and when required, provide training support to estimating trainees and implement and manage training plans, to ensure their success.
• Attend and participate as required in client facing meetings to provide technical advice and support regarding estimating for works required for completion.
• Actively stay abreast and informed of industry matters and technical bulletins, to ensure best practices are continually being reviewed and implemented.
• Prepare reports as requested and line with requirements at regular intervals to be specified by the business.
• Carry out diligent and thorough self-reviews prior to peer reviews and approval request's, ensuring stretch targets are set, to support with the success of the department and the wider business.
• Continually improve, develop systems and capabilities within the department, to ensure the success of the department.
• Attend and participate within all team meetings as and when required.
• Collaborate with the wider business, and share information, as and when required, to drive success for the Company.
• Work to achieve business unit, group targets, and own KPIs.
• Attend mandatory training courses as defined within the company training matrix.
• Keep up to date with legislation and record 'Continued Professional Development' (CPD).

Profile

• Extensive experience within same role, or similar within the civil engineering sector.
• Self-driven, results-oriented, with a 'can do' attitude without compromising safety and/or compliance.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders, including employees, management, regulatory agencies, and the community.
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication Skills
• Confident, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise with managers at all levels within a business.
• Ability to be proactive, always.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Job Offer

• Highly competitive salary DOE
• Private medical insurance.
• Opportunity to work in a thriving environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Multi-Utilities Senior Estimator to advance their career in the Civil Engineering sector. Apply now to join a reputable company and make a significant impact in the construction industry.