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Estimator required for a tier 1 contractor based in Kent

EXCELLENT SALARY /PERM ROLE

The Estimator works under regular supervision and is capable of the set up and successful running of all aspects of a tender.

The Estimator is responsible for assisting with the effective and efficient running of pre-construction matters to:

Prepare tenders and budgets to secure future projects.

Assist in keeping costs to the minimum whilst also developing and maintaining excellent relationships with Subcontractors and other staff members.

Support, advise, develop and train all members of the team on pre-construction matters and other aspects of the business.

Duties and Responsibilities

Preparation of budgets and tender for new projects

Support the Pre-Construction Director in his duties

Maintain diary of all dates including submission dates

Collating tender documents and amendments

Printing and filing of all tender information

Reviewing all tender documents to establish the project requirements

Undertake take offs, both manually and digitally, from tender documents and drawings

Produce Bill of Quantities

Produce and issue enquiries to subcontractors

Collate quotations

Evaluate returned quotations from subcontractors and prepare comparison

Input costs into Bill of Quantities

Preparation of tender submissions

Receive, process and submit post tender queries

Manage post tender period including all queries up until contract signature

Arrange, carry out and minute tender handover meeting to construction team including handover of all relevant tender documents

Maintain and update subcontractor database

Attend site visits

Filing and general administration

Uphold a tidy, clean and fresh working environment

Maintain control procedures in accordance with Integrated Management Systems ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

Person Specification

Ability to read and interpret different sources of written information

Excellent IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Able to work within dedicated timescales

Good communication skills, both oral and written

Good time management and organisation skills

Driving Licence

Enthusiastic and self-motivated

Approachable, with a professional manner

Reliable

Ability to work independently, flexibly, and as part of a team