Company Overview: The company is a leading professional groundworks and civil engineering company renowned for delivering complex projects with precision, on time, and within budget. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, theytackle challenging projects across various sectors, including commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure. Our team of experts combines extensive experience with cutting-edge technology to ensure the highest quality results for their clients. Position Overview:They are seeking a skilled and experienced Estimator to join theirdynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in accurately estimating the costs of projects, from initial conception through to completion. Reporting to the Senior Management Team, the Estimator will utilize their expertise in groundworks and civil engineering to analyze project requirements, evaluate costs, and prepare comprehensive estimates that align with our company's standards of excellence. Responsibilities: Analyze project specifications, drawings, and other documentation to understand project requirements thoroughly. Conduct site visits and liaise with project stakeholders to gather necessary information for accurate cost estimation. Collaborate with the engineering and project management teams to develop cost-effective solutions that meet project objectives. Utilize estimating software and tools to prepare detailed cost estimates, including materials, labor, equipment, and overhead expenses. Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations to ensure competitiveness and accuracy. Identify and quantify potential risks and opportunities associated with project execution. Prepare comprehensive and well-organized tender packages for submission to clients. Participate in tender negotiations and presentations, providing clarification on cost estimates as required. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, pricing, and market conditions. Support project managers with ongoing cost tracking, analysis, and reporting throughout project lifecycles. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field. Proven experience as an Estimator within the groundworks and civil engineering industry. Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and techniques. Proficiency in estimating software and tools. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail. Effective communication and negotiation abilities, both verbal and written. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Knowledge of relevant regulations, codes, and standards. Professional certification (e.g., Chartered Institute of Building, Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) is desirable but not essential. Salary and Benefits: Salary Range: £50,000 - £70,000 per annum, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, a car package and paid time off. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a dynamic and growing company. JBRP1_UKTJ
May 05, 2024
Full time
Company Overview: The company is a leading professional groundworks and civil engineering company renowned for delivering complex projects with precision, on time, and within budget. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, theytackle challenging projects across various sectors, including commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure. Our team of experts combines extensive experience with cutting-edge technology to ensure the highest quality results for their clients. Position Overview:They are seeking a skilled and experienced Estimator to join theirdynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in accurately estimating the costs of projects, from initial conception through to completion. Reporting to the Senior Management Team, the Estimator will utilize their expertise in groundworks and civil engineering to analyze project requirements, evaluate costs, and prepare comprehensive estimates that align with our company's standards of excellence. Responsibilities: Analyze project specifications, drawings, and other documentation to understand project requirements thoroughly. Conduct site visits and liaise with project stakeholders to gather necessary information for accurate cost estimation. Collaborate with the engineering and project management teams to develop cost-effective solutions that meet project objectives. Utilize estimating software and tools to prepare detailed cost estimates, including materials, labor, equipment, and overhead expenses. Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations to ensure competitiveness and accuracy. Identify and quantify potential risks and opportunities associated with project execution. Prepare comprehensive and well-organized tender packages for submission to clients. Participate in tender negotiations and presentations, providing clarification on cost estimates as required. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, pricing, and market conditions. Support project managers with ongoing cost tracking, analysis, and reporting throughout project lifecycles. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field. Proven experience as an Estimator within the groundworks and civil engineering industry. Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and techniques. Proficiency in estimating software and tools. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail. Effective communication and negotiation abilities, both verbal and written. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Knowledge of relevant regulations, codes, and standards. Professional certification (e.g., Chartered Institute of Building, Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) is desirable but not essential. Salary and Benefits: Salary Range: £50,000 - £70,000 per annum, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, a car package and paid time off. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a dynamic and growing company. JBRP1_UKTJ
Company Overview: The company is a leading professional groundworks and civil engineering company renowned for delivering complex projects with precision, on time, and within budget. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, theytackle challenging projects across various sectors, including commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure. Our team of experts combines extensive experience with cutting-edge technology to ensure the highest quality results for their clients. Position Overview:They are seeking a skilled and experienced Estimator to join theirdynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in accurately estimating the costs of projects, from initial conception through to completion. Reporting to the Senior Management Team, the Estimator will utilize their expertise in groundworks and civil engineering to analyze project requirements, evaluate costs, and prepare comprehensive estimates that align with our company's standards of excellence. Responsibilities: Analyze project specifications, drawings, and other documentation to understand project requirements thoroughly. Conduct site visits and liaise with project stakeholders to gather necessary information for accurate cost estimation. Collaborate with the engineering and project management teams to develop cost-effective solutions that meet project objectives. Utilize estimating software and tools to prepare detailed cost estimates, including materials, labor, equipment, and overhead expenses. Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations to ensure competitiveness and accuracy. Identify and quantify potential risks and opportunities associated with project execution. Prepare comprehensive and well-organized tender packages for submission to clients. Participate in tender negotiations and presentations, providing clarification on cost estimates as required. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, pricing, and market conditions. Support project managers with ongoing cost tracking, analysis, and reporting throughout project lifecycles. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field. Proven experience as an Estimator within the groundworks and civil engineering industry. Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and techniques. Proficiency in estimating software and tools. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail. Effective communication and negotiation abilities, both verbal and written. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Knowledge of relevant regulations, codes, and standards. Professional certification (e.g., Chartered Institute of Building, Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) is desirable but not essential. Salary and Benefits: Salary Range: £50,000 - £70,000 per annum, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, a car package and paid time off. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a dynamic and growing company. JBRP1_UKTJ
May 01, 2024
Full time
Company Overview: The company is a leading professional groundworks and civil engineering company renowned for delivering complex projects with precision, on time, and within budget. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, theytackle challenging projects across various sectors, including commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure. Our team of experts combines extensive experience with cutting-edge technology to ensure the highest quality results for their clients. Position Overview:They are seeking a skilled and experienced Estimator to join theirdynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in accurately estimating the costs of projects, from initial conception through to completion. Reporting to the Senior Management Team, the Estimator will utilize their expertise in groundworks and civil engineering to analyze project requirements, evaluate costs, and prepare comprehensive estimates that align with our company's standards of excellence. Responsibilities: Analyze project specifications, drawings, and other documentation to understand project requirements thoroughly. Conduct site visits and liaise with project stakeholders to gather necessary information for accurate cost estimation. Collaborate with the engineering and project management teams to develop cost-effective solutions that meet project objectives. Utilize estimating software and tools to prepare detailed cost estimates, including materials, labor, equipment, and overhead expenses. Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations to ensure competitiveness and accuracy. Identify and quantify potential risks and opportunities associated with project execution. Prepare comprehensive and well-organized tender packages for submission to clients. Participate in tender negotiations and presentations, providing clarification on cost estimates as required. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, pricing, and market conditions. Support project managers with ongoing cost tracking, analysis, and reporting throughout project lifecycles. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field. Proven experience as an Estimator within the groundworks and civil engineering industry. Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and techniques. Proficiency in estimating software and tools. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail. Effective communication and negotiation abilities, both verbal and written. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Knowledge of relevant regulations, codes, and standards. Professional certification (e.g., Chartered Institute of Building, Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) is desirable but not essential. Salary and Benefits: Salary Range: £50,000 - £70,000 per annum, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, a car package and paid time off. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a dynamic and growing company. JBRP1_UKTJ
Construction Estimator - Competitive Salary - Manchester About the Role Got so many estimating skills that are falling out of your pockets and would you rather be a part of a smaller close-knit team where there is a great culture and flexibility? If you can answer yes, we want to hear from you! We are passionate about safety and we need applicants to share that passion. This opportunity will provide a competitive salary and excellent benefits. As Construction Estimator, you will be joining a multi discipline global solutions provider who puts their employee's development and progression at the front of our business plans. You will create architectural and fabric cost plans for highly technical full turnkey facilities within the Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical & Critical Controlled Environments for some of the world's most renown blue chip clients. The tender information available to create the cost plan will vary in detail with different clients and you will need to make some assumptions and perform an element of design to quantify materials and labour. This role will be based in our Manchester office with occasional national travel required. Key Accountabilities To lead and deliver the estimate production for builderswork, civils, external / internal architecture, cleanroom fabric and fixed furniture & equipment To quantify programme, materials and labour to estimate then procure the packages of work Produce written technical proposals of the solution you are offering with appropriate clarifications To make material take offs from tender documents To build your schedule of rates and norms to allow quick budget pricing Key Skills Commercial awareness of different contract types and schedules of rates Ability to estimate labour and prelims for many different types of construction work including metsec walls, MF ceilings, suspended ceilings, composite wall, and ceiling panelling, different types of doors, furniture, flooring Store enquiries and incoming prices to enable traceability of a cost plan makeup Tendering all elements of the cost plan to ensure the SPIE solution is the most competitive Analyse and evaluate offers About Us SPIE UK is a technical engineering solutions provider for the built environment. We engineer, manage, and optimise smart spaces and places leveraging emerging technologies for our customers that improve where people work, learn and live.
Feb 22, 2022
Full time
Construction Estimator - Competitive Salary - Manchester About the Role Got so many estimating skills that are falling out of your pockets and would you rather be a part of a smaller close-knit team where there is a great culture and flexibility? If you can answer yes, we want to hear from you! We are passionate about safety and we need applicants to share that passion. This opportunity will provide a competitive salary and excellent benefits. As Construction Estimator, you will be joining a multi discipline global solutions provider who puts their employee's development and progression at the front of our business plans. You will create architectural and fabric cost plans for highly technical full turnkey facilities within the Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical & Critical Controlled Environments for some of the world's most renown blue chip clients. The tender information available to create the cost plan will vary in detail with different clients and you will need to make some assumptions and perform an element of design to quantify materials and labour. This role will be based in our Manchester office with occasional national travel required. Key Accountabilities To lead and deliver the estimate production for builderswork, civils, external / internal architecture, cleanroom fabric and fixed furniture & equipment To quantify programme, materials and labour to estimate then procure the packages of work Produce written technical proposals of the solution you are offering with appropriate clarifications To make material take offs from tender documents To build your schedule of rates and norms to allow quick budget pricing Key Skills Commercial awareness of different contract types and schedules of rates Ability to estimate labour and prelims for many different types of construction work including metsec walls, MF ceilings, suspended ceilings, composite wall, and ceiling panelling, different types of doors, furniture, flooring Store enquiries and incoming prices to enable traceability of a cost plan makeup Tendering all elements of the cost plan to ensure the SPIE solution is the most competitive Analyse and evaluate offers About Us SPIE UK is a technical engineering solutions provider for the built environment. We engineer, manage, and optimise smart spaces and places leveraging emerging technologies for our customers that improve where people work, learn and live.
Salary: £294 per day Reference: JO Are you an experienced Estimator in the Energy sector? Our client are a large multi sector infrastructure company, with a great reputation across Construction, Rail, Highways, Utilities and Telecomunication. Working in partnership with several large organisations in the sectors to bring the UK a solid platform to develop from. We are currently working on a recruitment drive for their project with UKPN, working on a 132Kv Network build and upgrade. This is a new project working across the South East of England and part of a large JV to provide upgrades to the network and removal of overhead power lines. Our client are based in a modern office in South London, where you will work with several different teams and collaborate as a group to ensure you provide the best service for UKPN. There is also a large element of home working. The hours will be 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday. We are currently recruiting an Estimator with experience in the Energy sector. You must have experience with Compatible Units. You will be using a bottom up approach to estimating. The works projects you will be estimating are all large 132kv cabling projects within contestable works. This means there si some competition on rates and you need to b as accurate as possible with your estimates. The role: §Compile top-down budgets and estimates from first principles in-line with company guidelines and procedures, by the due deadlines. §First principles build-ups should clearly, concisely & confidently illustrate all assumptions / calculations regarding; outputs, labour, plant, materials, management, site set up and subcontract elements. §Organise, manage and contribute to 'Risk & Opportunity' schedules, meetings and workshops. §Engage and obtain specialist sub-contractor / material quotes - analyses / compare and summarise. §Contribute to the construction of outline tender programmes (P6 programme created by others), and be able to use the programme to establish production rates and efficiencies. §Produce 'tender settlement' packs in line with company procedures, and be able to present these to the Senior Leadership Team. §Endeavour to develop relationships with client - maximise opportunities and profit, where possible. §Undertake site meetings / surveys, on occasion - with operations or, on own. §Attend and effectively contribute to pre-tender / negotiation meetings. §Organise and lead tender handover meetings. §Maintain an appropriate awareness of changing criteria's regarding; statutory requirements / new legislation. §Have a good understanding of; NEC3 terms and conditions, CESMM and NRSWA / HAUC highway specifications. Requirements: Essential: §Must have good estimating knowledge of electrical cabling, equipment, sub-station and associated civils / building, within electrical compounds and public highways. §Must understand the utilities market. §Strong analytical and technical skills. §Accurate and consistent approach. §Good excel skills with willingness to embrace and adopt other prescribed estimating software. §Must have good communication skills at all levels, with ability to build good working relationships with client and others. §Able to manage limited time and resources (others), to meet often challenging deadlines. Desirable: §Has sufficient experience and ability to 'hit the ground running', with little assistance. §Electrical background / education / qualifications. §Has experience of estimating; UKPN works or, works within similar collaborative alliances. §Has an understanding of OFGEM and Compatible Units. . UTL-POWER
Dec 05, 2021
Full time
Salary: £294 per day Reference: JO Are you an experienced Estimator in the Energy sector? Our client are a large multi sector infrastructure company, with a great reputation across Construction, Rail, Highways, Utilities and Telecomunication. Working in partnership with several large organisations in the sectors to bring the UK a solid platform to develop from. We are currently working on a recruitment drive for their project with UKPN, working on a 132Kv Network build and upgrade. This is a new project working across the South East of England and part of a large JV to provide upgrades to the network and removal of overhead power lines. Our client are based in a modern office in South London, where you will work with several different teams and collaborate as a group to ensure you provide the best service for UKPN. There is also a large element of home working. The hours will be 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday. We are currently recruiting an Estimator with experience in the Energy sector. You must have experience with Compatible Units. You will be using a bottom up approach to estimating. The works projects you will be estimating are all large 132kv cabling projects within contestable works. This means there si some competition on rates and you need to b as accurate as possible with your estimates. The role: §Compile top-down budgets and estimates from first principles in-line with company guidelines and procedures, by the due deadlines. §First principles build-ups should clearly, concisely & confidently illustrate all assumptions / calculations regarding; outputs, labour, plant, materials, management, site set up and subcontract elements. §Organise, manage and contribute to 'Risk & Opportunity' schedules, meetings and workshops. §Engage and obtain specialist sub-contractor / material quotes - analyses / compare and summarise. §Contribute to the construction of outline tender programmes (P6 programme created by others), and be able to use the programme to establish production rates and efficiencies. §Produce 'tender settlement' packs in line with company procedures, and be able to present these to the Senior Leadership Team. §Endeavour to develop relationships with client - maximise opportunities and profit, where possible. §Undertake site meetings / surveys, on occasion - with operations or, on own. §Attend and effectively contribute to pre-tender / negotiation meetings. §Organise and lead tender handover meetings. §Maintain an appropriate awareness of changing criteria's regarding; statutory requirements / new legislation. §Have a good understanding of; NEC3 terms and conditions, CESMM and NRSWA / HAUC highway specifications. Requirements: Essential: §Must have good estimating knowledge of electrical cabling, equipment, sub-station and associated civils / building, within electrical compounds and public highways. §Must understand the utilities market. §Strong analytical and technical skills. §Accurate and consistent approach. §Good excel skills with willingness to embrace and adopt other prescribed estimating software. §Must have good communication skills at all levels, with ability to build good working relationships with client and others. §Able to manage limited time and resources (others), to meet often challenging deadlines. Desirable: §Has sufficient experience and ability to 'hit the ground running', with little assistance. §Electrical background / education / qualifications. §Has experience of estimating; UKPN works or, works within similar collaborative alliances. §Has an understanding of OFGEM and Compatible Units. . UTL-POWER