Estimator

SAS Rope and Rail Ltd is seeking a hands-on experienced Estimator from a Civil Engineering ideally within the Rail infrastructure background to join our expanding Commercial team. This role will report into the Head of Commercial and located at our Swindon Head Office.

Salary: up to £50,000 DOE + 30 days holidays + pension + bonus scheme + company vehicle or car allowance.

Job Type: Full time, permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday 40 hours per week (includes paid breaks)

Location: Swindon.

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Role Responsibilities

As an Estimator at SAS, you will be responsible for the end-to-end commercial process from the administration to the management of Rail frameworks and Infrastructure contracts.

* Responsible for estimating all project lifecycle stages, concept, study and detailed design.

* Prepare comprehensive bids and tender submissions within the required deadlines.

* Prepare detailed cost estimates for materials, labour, equipment, overheads and subcontractor services for all projects.

* Conduct take-offs and quantity surveys from drawings calculating material and labour costs.

* Produce subcontractor enquiry schedule, obtaining suggestions/feedback from the tender team, procurement department and contractor schedules.

* Prepare full project estimates from conceptual design and prepare estimate reports.

* Foster internal and external relationships with staff, clients, engineers, stakeholders and attend meetings.

* Conduct ongoing market research on current costs of material, rates and trends within the industry and negotiate with sub-contractors and suppliers.

Requirements:

* Engineering degree desirable / certification or equivalent

* Minimum of 5 years Estimator experience

* Demonstrable financial and commercial acumen

* Civil engineering project experience

* Excellent proficiency of Microsoft Office including advanced excel

* Highly organised, accuracy and attention to detail

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

* Proactive, strategic and a multitasker

* Integrity to handle confidential information

* Previous experience in Rail is preferred.

Our individuality is our asset, and a diverse and skilled workforce is essential to our continued success. We have unique abilities and personalities, which means we all bring different value to the team, and we all take personal pride in our work. If this sounds like you then please apply.

SAS Rope and Rail Ltd is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All suitable applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or age