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Estimator
Job Posted: 9 days ago
Salary: £ 60,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: ME14 3HU, Bredhurst, Kent
Expire in: 18 days
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Estimator/Quantity Surveyor to join our team. Based in Kent, the Candidate will play a crucial role in preparing accurate and competitive tenders, assessing project costs, and collaborating with various departments to ensure the successful delivery of bids. The ideal Candidate will have significant experience in Highways, Civil Engineering and Groundworks.
Key Responsibilities:
Estimating
Tender Preparation:
* Prepare detailed and accurate estimates for projects and schemes.
* Review project specifications, drawings, and other documentation to ensure a thorough understanding of requirements.
* Quantify materials, labour, and plant requirements for groundworks and civil engineering projects, ensuring accuracy in cost projections.
Cost Analysis and Budgeting:
* Analyse project costs, including labour, materials, plant, and overheads, ensuring all components of the project are accurately accounted for.
* Develop cost breakdowns for tenders, ensuring that estimates reflect current market rates and align with company profitability goals.
* Develop resource and time related programme.
Collaboration and Coordination:
* Work closely with the procurement team to ensure that estimates are based on up-to-date supplier pricing and material availability.
* Attend pre-tender and post-tender meetings to discuss project requirements, provide clarification, and ensure all relevant information is shared.
* Provide support to Bid writer
Project Handover:
* Provide detailed handover documentation and briefings to the project delivery team once a tender has been won, ensuring a smooth transition from tender to execution phase.
* Ensure that all estimates and costs are clearly communicated and that any potential risks or challenges are highlighted.
Skills and Experience:
* Proven experience as an Estimator within the Highways, Civil Engineering, Groundworks, with a strong focus on Highways.
* Solid understanding of Highways, Civil engineering and Groundworks methodologies, including drainage, foundations, earthworks, road construction, and Structures.
* Comprehensive knowledge of the construction tendering process, including the preparation of bids
* Minimum 5 years' experience.
* Proficiency in construction software and Excel
* Strong knowledge of standard construction contracts (JCT/NEC)
* A relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Quantity Surveying (HND, HNC, or Degree level).
* Professional accreditation (RICS, CIOB, or equivalent) would be an advantage.
* Full UK driving license.
Salary and Benefits:
* Self Employed with a starting salary of £60K Per annum
* Company Vehicle
* Fuel Card
* Development opportunities in line with the Estimating progression
* Laptop & Mobile PhoneBefore You Apply
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