[ref. f61535724] Estimator

Job Profile

Estimator required to join a leading construction specialist that offer cladding solutions to the commercial and residential sectors. Due to continuous growth, they require an Estimator to join their team in Birmingham.

• Salary of £27,000 - £30,000 (dependant on experience)
• 31 Days holiday (including Bank Holidays, plus additional days for long service),
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health cash plan
• HSF Perkbox.

• Liaise with clients who send you their quote requests, establish clearly what they want and request any further information required like drawings or measurements etc.
• Keep up to date with product cost lists for each of our different façade materials
• Work out the required area in meters-squared of the façade cladding product from the drawings, this is referred to as a 'drawing take-off' and is best done using the AutoCAD software
• Add the area required into the quote costing template
• Find the relevant product cost, add this into the quote template and then add our margin %
• Add in any other relevant information, like colour, texture and any 'specials'
• Show the finished quotation to the senior estimator or technical manager, and then send to the client
• Follow up with the client with any further explanations or info
• Hopefully later on receive the order, check it and hand over to the project management team
• Make a cup of tea and have a biscuit to celebrate!
• This role includes general administrative support to the estimating department
• Product training provided

• Background in the construction industry (Façade or fenestration industry knowledge is desirable).
• Current or previous position included pricing or estimating, including calculating the selling price by adding the required margin to the cost.
• We would also consider candidates with financial accounts experience, because we value an analytical and thorough approach.
• Strong mathematical skills for precise calculations and take-offs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) and AutoCAD.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to extract crucial information.
• Positive, proactive, and flexible approach with a 'can-do' attitude.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic with excellent analytical abilities.

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