Estimator

Estimator Collaborate with Operational leads to define project scope and develop appropriate budgets for capital expenditure on new projects Coordinate, compile and manage a portfolio of clean and wastewater tenders as part of our Design and Build Contracts. Produce technically competent, financially viable and competitive tender packages Liaise with internal and external departments throughout the tender process Work closely with our team, supply chain, sub-contractors and clients to build and maintaining relationships, throughout the tender process Utilise all available information and technical knowledge to prepare cost effective, value engineered, competent and compliant tender outline designs and quotations. Specify the necessary materials and resources required to complete the design construction and installation of each project Attend site visits, site surveys and pre and post contract client meetings through to contact award where appropriate Present and provide updates to client on tender development during tender process either on calls or face to face Communicate project budget parameters to the management team to aid in planning and design Work with, Designers, and Construction Team to identify Value Engineering opportunities to help realize the design teams intent in a more cost-effective fashion. Assist the Project Managers in the review and qualification of bids Establishing and maintain relationships with contractors and vendors Perform ad hoc cost estimates to support new initiatives and business development Preparing, conceptual, feasibility, pre-design, value engineering, control, definitive and final Engineers estimates for major schemes Analysing plans, bills of quantities and other project documentation in order to build estimates for all project costs Researching, sourcing, negotiating and obtaining the best prices and quotes from suppliers and subcontractors Produce base and on-cost pricing from first principles as part of tender exercise. Provide risk assessments of schemes, whole life costs assessments, total/capital expenditures, and cash flows knowledge as well. Support finance and commercial team with necessary cost breakdown required for negotiations Assessing the financial, technical and operational risks of each project project and present this to the team on regular updates through the tender process Analysing data that can affect costs (such as currency exchange rates and the companys productivity rates) Staying aware of the latest construction technologies and keeping up to date with the latest regulatory and legislative requirements Assessing the risk levels associated with a project Experience Civils engineering background NEC Contract experience and awareness Experience in estimating small to major civils structures, preferably larger clean and wastewater complex schemes. A strong awareness of the balance of risk and profit is essential Strong commercial understanding Experienced negotiator Excellent attention to detail Experienced user of Microsoft Office Competent in P6 or Microsoft Project planning software Ability to work under pressure and prioritise tasks in line with deadlines Network Plus at a Glance Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UKs major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances Salary and Benefits We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package. Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners. We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy. TPBN1_UKTJ