DO Recruitment are delighted to be retained as recruitment partner for a very successful Construction business based in Derbyshire. They are one of the most respected and recognised brands in its sector and they now seek to appoint an Estimator to join their team.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Chief Estimator you will take personal responsibility for completely pricing a tender opportunity in sufficient time to meet the known internal and external deadlines and to enable a successful outcome.
• Review all preliminary documentation, including drawings, specifications, preambles and preliminary details to understand the scope and complexity of the proposed project. Ensure that all cost implications are highlighted and incorporated into the tender price.
• Provide cost plans and budgets for Clients where requested.
• Liaise with the Planning Manager to ensure that all necessary preliminary requirements and temporary works have been addressed and priced accordingly.
• Attend the bid launch meeting to discuss preliminary ideas and potential win strategies with the Bid Director, Planning Manager, Production Team and other professionals.
• Take overall ownership of bid and carry out ‘Bid Management Duties’, including liaising and co-ordinating with the Marketing Department over the submission document.
• Visit the site of the proposed project to gather information on access, surface topography and drainage, availability of electricity, water, and other services. Record this information and price accordingly.
• Ensure that the format of any bill of quantities is consistent with the information to be submitted to the Client.
• Collate the tender information into suitable packages for tender enquiries and draw-up in liaison with the Supply Chain Manager a list of proposed sub-contractors from the Company’s approved list. Agree the final list of sub-contractors with other members of the bid team and contact each company on the list to verify their willingness to tender.
• Send out the initial drawing and specification-based enquiries.

Ideal Candidate:

• Degree qualified Estimator
• Extensive experience gained within the housing and construction sector
• Hold a full driving licence

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual to join a professional, forward-thinking organisation. If you match the specified criteria and are interested in discussing this position in more detail, please don’t hesitate to contact Dean Outram on 01433 627310 or 07399 096501.