Estimator

Estimator - Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Civil Engineering - Infrastructure and Highways Sector

This Civils Contractor operates in a specialist sector with great opportunities for growth, and we are currently looking to recruit a customer orientated and dedicated Estimator.

About the role of Estimator

We carry out repairs to bridges and other highway structures which include installing bridge expansion joints, bridge deck waterproofing, bridge bearings and concrete repairs. The Estimator's role is an exciting role to support the commercial function and will be pivotal in assisting the Company to secure new business.

We would love to hear from you if you have a similar role within Highways / Civils, or perhaps work in another area of Construction where your estimating role covers complete structures.

This role is for a hard-working, logically minded motivated individual. This is the perfect way to boost your career opportunities and a great chance to join a fantastic team.

Responsibilities for the Estimator

• Reading civil engineering design drawings
• Material takes off's and tender summaries
• Obtaining supplier quotations and negotiating
• Preparing quotations to meet deadlines
• Drafting detailed quotation
• Liaising with clients to discuss the tender submissions
• Quantifying material take offs and producing costs analysis for clients and the management team.
• Monthly job costing forecasts and analysis
• Attending client meetings and occasional site visits
• Assisting with monthly applications and final accounts
• Working with other departments

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent telephone manner - can communicate effectively, efficiently and professionally to all customers
• A logical thought process to resolve queries
• Outstanding organisational skills
• Ability to work on own, demonstrating drive and initiative
• Team player, willing to share ideas and techniques with other team colleagues to improve the business
• Knowledge of the construction sector is desirable, but not essential.
• Previous sales coordination or similar experience preferred

• £50,000 - £55,000 base salary
• £5400 car allowance
• Hybrid working
• 22 holidays + Bank Holidays
• Company Pension
• Life Insurance
• Private Health Care
• Perkbox Employee Benefits
• Generous Holiday Entitlement, Increasing with Length of Service
• Free on Site Parking

If you want to hear more about this Estimator role, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV