Senior Estimator
3 weeks ago
Due to this and our continued work winning success, we currently have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Senior Estimator to come and join us in Borehamwood.
Your primary responsibility will be to support the pre-construction phase of projects by providing accurate and comprehensive cost estimates. You will play a crucial and seniorrole in ensuring that projects are financially viable, competitive, and aligned with client expectations. Your expertise will help to secure profitable contracts and deliver projects within budget.Working closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders, you will analyse bid specifications, drawings, and project documents to develop a thorough understanding of project requirements. This will involve conducting detailed quantity take-offs from engineering drawings to determine the quantities of materials, labor, and equipment needed for each project and preparing estimates from first principles.
Cost Estimation: Preparation of Estimates from First Principles using Causeway Estimating software / and the Microsoft Office Suite
Bid Analysis: Evaluate bid specifications, drawings, and other project documents to develop a comprehensive understanding of project requirements and identify potential risks or opportunities.
Subcontractor Management: Where required, collaborate with subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing for materials and services, ensuring cost-effective and timely delivery
Cost Analysis: Conduct cost analysis of alternative materials, methods, and design changes, providing recommendations to optimize project costs while maintaining quality standards.
Risk Assessment: Identify potential risks and uncertainties associated with construction projects, propose mitigation strategies, and communicate findings to relevant parties.
Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to clarify project requirements, resolve issues, and ensure alignment between estimated costs and project scope
Tender Ownership and Settlement: The Estimator will have full responsibility for their bids, and will be expected to deliver a ‘cradle to grave’ approach, from receipt to final financial settlement with Senior Executives prior to submission
A degree or HND in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent work experience will also be considered.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Estimator in the construction/ civil engineeringindustry, with a strong background in estimating Power (Distribution / Transmission / Turnkey Substations / Renewables / Utilities) projects being essential. Technical Skills: Proficiency in construction estimating software (e.g., Causeway, ConQuest, Candy) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and the ability to interpret complex project specifications and drawings.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK, with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions.
Working directly with many of the country’s leading blue-chip power, water, telecoms and rail clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.
We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.
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