A family-operated construction company is seeking a Senior Estimator for their Greater Manchester office. The client is a diverse group known for being a reputable employer and a dedicated community contractor, placing great importance on client relationships and corporate social responsibility. Their portfolio includes new housing builds, refurbishments, heritage projects, high-rise developments, as well as highways, infrastructure, rail, public spaces, environmental initiatives, and park restorations, serving both public and private sector clients.
This position is a permanent role.
Job Purpose
Be understanding and promote the Core Values. Own the Estimating process of individual opportunities and support all team members as required.
Job Objectives
Complete multiple bids at any given time, working to the individual timescales required of each bid. Responsible for preparing accurate, detailed estimates/tenders//budget proposals and present for final settlement, to the wider Pre-Construction Team and Business Unit Leaders.
Key Tasks
- In line with company procedures, compile accurate estimates, tenders, budget costs, etc, using appropriate information, including company historical data
- Identify opportunity and risk during the tender process
- Liaise with the Business Unit, Pre-Construction Manager and Bid Manager and be understanding of the intended delivery methodology
- Ability to compile rates from first principles and effectively manage the subcontract and material enquiry process
- Developing coherent and consistent tender submissions with the use of the estimating software package
- Work collaboratively with the Pre-Construction Team and Delivery Team to successfully secure direct award / negotiated opportunities.
- Develop and maintain strong, professional relationships with key stakeholders including; clients, design teams, subcontractors, suppliers, etc.
- Maintain a register of key assumptions within estimates and highlight commercial issues with the Pre Construction Manager
- Prepare all appropriate Estimating documentation in line with procedures and lead the Estimating presentations at Tender Launches, Settlements and Handover Meetings
- Maintain notes from adjudication meetings and ensure final adjustments are captured
- Prepare Estimating handover packs and present to Delivery team on project award
- Adopt a proactive approach and support any value engineering targets
- Maintain the tender Estimating filing system in accordance with internal procedures
- Provide ongoing support to delivery teams
- Support other estimators throughout the estimating process, including the coaching and mentoring of team members
- Follow up submitted tenders and obtain meaningful feedback
- Provide constructive and meaningful feedback to team members
Person Specification
Essential Attributes
- Sound experience in Construction Methodology and Estimating process
- Broad knowledge of the Construction Sector and building processes within
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience of managing processes and people
- Dedication and high attention to detail
- Thrives on responsibility and has the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent knowledge of IT systems including Microsoft Office packages and Estimating software relevant to (Evaluate/Conquest)
- Ability to multi-task and prioritise workload, including effective time management skills to ensure individual and team deadlines are met and best results sought
- Ability to coach and mentor
- Strong bid and commercial acumen
- Ability to perform successfully in a challenging working environment
- Ability to build relationships both internally and externally with key stakeholders
- Has the confidence to question and challenge practices, and provide constructive feedback
- Desirable Attributes
- Construction related qualification
- 5+ years estimating experience
The list of job duties provided is not comprehensive or final, and the post holder will be expected to perform tasks that are reasonably within the scope of the role. Job descriptions will be regularly reviewed during Employer/Employee One-on-One Talks to ensure they accurately reflect the position.