Estimator​/Senior Estimator

We are now on the lookout for an Estimator or Senior Estimator to work out of our Tamworth or Chesterfield office. The main purpose of this role is to deal with the preparation, processing and submission of tenders for contracts by calculating the costs involved in supplying a product or service that meets the client’s technical specification.

A full UK driving licence is essential as there may be some travel to Huntingdon, Peterborough, or similar. There will be the occasional need to attend meetings and reviews at head office in Ipswich. This role will report directly to the Pre-Contracts Director who is based at Head office in Ipswich.

Manage and co-ordinate information for bids and tenders within designated area

Researching materials, equipment and labour costs

Gain and understanding of what the client’s needs are

Collecting quotes from suppliers and sub-contractors

Planning job timescales

Assessing and advising on commercial risk and involvement in review/ input to quality submissions

Preparing and submitting quotations for work

Helping with bids for new contracts and supporting buying activities

Monitoring the stages of a project to make sure that costs are kept in line with forecasts and
• Clearly convey the financial elements of a tender to site staff at tender handover

Ensure all work complies with quality, safety and environmental policies and the requirements of the company procedures

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

We also place high importance on our inclusive recruitment policy and will do our very best to support those applicants who may need adjustments in order to take part in the recruitment process.

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A construction background and an understanding of estimating techniques is required as well as a sound knowledge of spreadsheets.

An ambitious individual with great communication skills, who is confident with a flexible approach

Must have experience working on civil engineering schemes with a main contractor.

The role will involve detailed analysis of direct and indirect costs along with regular reporting on the progress of tenders at all stages, whilst working to strict deadlines in order to achieve desirable results.

Candidates must be eligibile to work in the UK.

Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)

‘The Great Escape’ - leaving work early every Friday!

Company pension scheme (we match up to 8%)

25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)

Extensive training programmes

Employee Benefits Platform & Employee Assistance Programme

Company social calendar including regular fun days and a broad range of charity events

A supportive business that genuinely wants to help you progress in your career

Please send us your CV and a covering letter

Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore if we have not responded to your application within two weeks please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.