Senior Estimator Civils

An opportunity has arisen for an Estimator to join a successful and reputable contractor based in Chesterfield.

Permanent or freelance will be considered 

Job Description:

A vacancy has arisen for an Estimator to join a successful and reputable contractor based in Chesterfield. Required to work closely and build relationships with clients and suppliers, within the Earthworks, Civil Engineering and Construction sectors, to facilitate high quality, competitive and compliant tender submissions.

Reporting directly to the departmental Director this is an excellent opportunity for someone wishing to take on a new challenge with a reputable and expanding organisation.

Role Description:

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Managing all aspects of tenders received, pricing, preparation and return.
• To obtain the best sub-contract and supplier prices
• To attend regular tender review meetings and create effective budgets and reports
• To provide appropriate breakdowns of tenders and create cost control sheets.
• Maintaining effective communication with clients, suppliers and project management.
• Manage the procurement of subcontract works including preparing sub contract documentation and attend pre-award meetings to ensure compliant quotations.

Periodical updates of project budget projections, reporting to the Earthworks Director

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience of working in a similar role
• Highly numerate with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• IT literate with advanced skills in Microsoft excel, word and project
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to work under pressure and to strict deadlines
• Ability to prioritise work load and work with changing priorities
• Background in Civils, Earthworks and construction.
• Understanding of various forms of contract and good commercial awareness
• Flexibility to travel across sites and with a full UK driving licence