Estimator (Build)

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Building Estimator based in Dorset.Our build contractor client is a successful construction contractor that provides construction services to a range of clients. This company is currently experiencing a period of growth and is looking to take on an Estimator to join them in their busy office to work on new builds and refurbishment projects with values ranging between £250,000 to around £10 million typically on schools, social housing schemes and commercial builds.Main Purpose of Job : To carry out estimates / tender submissions to all enquiries and produce competitively priced tenders taking account of properly researched costs and contingencies.Undertake some valuation and surveying duties on selected projects to ensure the project and works are profitably and competitively managed.Visits potential clients, surveys work and produces priced schedules so that clear concise documents are available using their own in-house software to produce well-presented and competitive tenders / quotes / bids.Ensuring quotes are turned around in a timely fashion and we meet all promised return dates. Manage visits to survey works requirements on site.Carry out a Tender Adjudication with at least one director before any tender is submitted.Estimating : Working alongside their Sales Director and commercial team.Process enquiries from small works up to £10 million and ensure these are returned on time and at the right priceVisits potential clients, survey work and produce priced schedules so that clear concise documents are available once we win the workObtain prices from suppliers and sub-contractorsUndertake valuation and surveying duties on selected projects to ensure works priced include all foreseeable costs whilst maintaining the competitiveness of the companyIncrease diversity of subcontract usageBring in new range of suppliers / subcontracts for enquiriesResponsible for;Tender EvaluationObtaining Sub-contractor tendersPreparation of pricingIdentifying sub-contractor requirementsPreparation of tenders for evaluation by Estimating ManagerOn offer is an competitive salary package including a genuine and achievable bonus scheme with genuine career progression for the right person working with one of the longest standing build contractors in Dorset with a rich pedigree in build quality, service and repeat business