Estimator

Overview:

We're looking for an Estimator to join our Commercial team.

• Up to £55k doe + a company car / car allowance
• Hybrid working

We are a direct delivery specialist contractor to both the water industry and wider water environment. We currently hold 29 frameworks, and we work with most of the UK’s water companies and the Environment Agency.

What you'll be doing: Reporting to the Chief Estimator, you will be responsible for receiving, managing, processing and submitting bespoke and framework tenders, as well as supporting the Quantity Surveyors with pricing non Schedule of Rate Variations. Responsibilities   • Receive enquiries and tenders for works not covered through Framework schedule of rates pricing. • Co-ordinate and manage the tender process consistently; arranging an initial start-up meeting, setting a tender programme and list of actions, liaising with key stakeholders through the tender process, and ensuring tender outputs are achieved and deadlines are met. • Undertake site surveys and scoping visits. • Take-off quantities from the Scope Information for pricing. • Assess the requirements for temporary works, method related works, and preliminary items in co-ordination with Delivery colleagues (Project Manager / Site Co-ordinator). • Price work items from first principles, building up Rates and Activities using labour, materials, and plant costs. • Understand contractual requirements and ensure these are covered in tender prices, offering best value. • Carry out thorough financial negotiations as required in order to secure client contracts. • Maintain order book turnover and gross margin projections at all times, with the details of confirmed tender successes   Who we’re looking for:

• Relevant degree in Estimating, Quantity Surveying, construction related discipline, or significant work experience.
• Experience of pricing works to NEC contracts.
• Experience of pricing works from first principles.
• Experience of preparing reports and communicating these to stakeholders.
• Good time management skills to ensure all projects are achieved efficiently and effectively
• Possess strong IT skills, in particular MS Excel.
• Full driving licence.

What we're offering:

In return for your dedication, you'll receive:

• Up to £55k plus a Company Car or Car Allowance
• Opportunities to work from home, site, and co-working office spaces
• Countless training and advancement opportunities
• Access to opt in and out of numerous schemes using Stonbury Salary Extras
• Performance-related rewards
• Opportunities to mould our future through feedback forums and surveys
• 24 days' paid holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Income protection
• Life assurance
• 6% employer pension contribution

 

 

For more information please contact careers@stonbury.co.uk