THE ROLE

Estimator specifically experienced in roads & sewers and groundworks for new build housing developers.

To support the Estimating Department by preparation of groundworks tenders to the value of £20m.

The tender packages received are in the form of drawings and specifications; therefore, this role will encompass a large proportion of measurement.  

• Comprehensive review of tender scope and information and associated raising of RFIs.
• Undertake site visits and risk analysis.
• Interpret ground conditions from Site Investigation reports.
• Take-off and measurement using 2D & 3D software along with spreadsheet templates; including but not limited to:
  • S104 Adoptable sewers & drainage
  • S38 Adoptable carriageways
  • S278 Adoptable highway works
  • Earthworks modelling
  • Residential dwellings substructure from footing to floor slab
  • External works
  • Private drainage and attenuation
• Obtain supplier & subcontractor quotations.
• Review outputs and programme requirements with Contracts Managers.
• Building rates from first principles.
• BQ preparation.
• Prepare tender adjudication and submission documents for review by the Managing Estimator.

THE CANDIDATE

• 3 years minimum working in a similar groundworks / civils environment. 
• Self-motivated with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to integrate well with a small team of collaborative Estimators.
• Understanding of traditional groundworks activities including construction of roads and sewers, foundation and substructure, earthworks etc.
• Ability to assess scope of work from drawings and specifications.
• Ability to interpret ground conditions from Site Investigation reports.
• Proven take-off and measurement skills.
• Ability to build rates from first principles.
• Ability to prepare BQ in readiness for submission.
• Strong IT skills with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, the use of Microsoft Excel at a proficient level is an essential requirement.
• Organised with the ability to work effectively under pressure to strict deadlines.
• Understands the importance of maintaining excellent working relationships with the company?s clients.
• Working knowledge of estimating software such as Causeway / ConQuest desirable.