Estimator/designer

Job description

**Coulter Elite Resourcing **are looking to recruit for an Estimator/Designer to join their well-established client based in Kings Lynn.

Your main responsibilties as an Estimator/Designer will be;
- providing costs for a project, products and services.
- Understanding the project/program and its requirements
- Researching the prices of the various components involvedand getting estimates and quotes from vendors and contractors.
- Assist the sales team with proposal, tracking costs, the clients specifications and calculating the final budget for the project, product or service.
- Determine key variables for cost and other estimates
- Gather first-hand information from sites and warehouses.
- Conduct research to obtain data on labour costs, materials, production times etc.
- Use software for data analysis, forecasting and budgeting
- Obtain and review offers and quotes by subcontractors or vendors
- Perform risk analysis
- Create and submit estimate reports or bids to appropriate persons (project managers, clients, bidding competitions etc.)
- Build relationships with key vendors (subcontractors, suppliers, engineers etc.)
- Provide consultation on planning (schedules, manpower needs etc.)

**Requirements and skills**
- Proven experience as **estimator**:

- Familiarity with financial and project management principles
- In depth knowledge of research and data analysis methods and estimation formulas
- Exquisite math and IT ability with an analytical mindset
- Proficient in relevant software (Trimble Prodesign, Relux, Autocad)
- Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities
- Thoroughness and reliability
- Excellent organizational skills

This is a full-time permanent Estimator/Designer position working Monday-Friday based in Kings Lynn. The salary offered is £55,000-£70,000 plus company bonuses, company car and other incredible benefits.

If this position sounds of interest, please contact Sophie at Coulter Elite Resourcing on 01733 306030 to discuss further.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £55,000.00-£70,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company car

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- No weekends