Estimator

4 weeks ago

Wembley, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

At Ignite Recruitment Services we strongly believe in “being of service” to our clients. We make it a point to ensure that the experience candidates and clients have with us is only a positive one.

Our client is now looking for an Estimator.

Job Title: Estimator

Company Overview: We are a trusted Local Government and Social Housing maintenance specialist, committed to delivering high-quality construction outcomes with a strong emphasis on safety, collaboration, and integrity. Our expertise in refurbishment and building maintenance within occupied environments allows us to provide value-for-money solutions that consistently exceed client expectations. We prioritize building long-term client relationships and are dedicated to fully engaging with our diverse resident base, respecting their homes and minimizing disruption. Our social value commitments focus on creating employment opportunities, using sustainable materials, reducing energy consumption, and lowering carbon emissions.

Job Summary: As an Estimator, you will manage the estimation process from bid acceptance to tender handover, ensuring high-quality and accurate tender proposals. This role involves mentoring junior estimating staff, adhering to our established processes, and delivering timely tenders, quotes, and budgets. The Estimator will work closely with the operations and commercial teams to create cohesive, competitive proposals, incorporating quality promises into cost projections. Additionally, you will actively contribute to the growth of our supply chain by securing competitive sub-contract pricing, helping us maintain our standards of transparency and high customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

* Oversee the end-to-end estimating process from “yes bid” through to handover on secured projects.

* Mentor and develop junior staff to strengthen team expertise and continuity.

* Adhere to and improve upon company’s established estimating procedures to maintain accuracy and efficiency.

* Produce timely tenders, quotations, and budget proposals, ensuring alignment with project specifications.

* Collaborate closely with the Head of Operations and Head of Commercials to present unified financial proposals.

* Coordinate with the bid writing team to incorporate quality commitments within cost estimates.

* Obtain competitive sub-contractor quotes, ensuring they meet tender requirements.

* Prepare detailed price breakdowns for adjudication meetings and manage all aspects of the tender handover process.

* Engage with Directors to determine project-specific profit margins and other key financial metrics.

* Conduct tender handover meetings with operations and commercial teams to ensure comprehensive project understanding.

* Support supply chain growth by fostering strong sub-contractor relationships and sourcing high-quality services.

* Participate in client meetings, tender reviews, and interviews as needed.

* Provide accurate breakdowns of tenders and quotations as requested by clients.

* Generate and contribute to regular tender reports for Head of Department review.

Qualifications:

* Proven experience in an estimating role, preferably within construction or social housing maintenance.

* Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail.

* Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills.

* Proficient in estimating software and MS Office Suite.

Skills and Attributes:

* Strong leadership abilities, with experience in training and developing junior team members.

* High level of organization and ability to manage multiple deadlines.

* Collaborative mindset, with a commitment to delivering quality results and excellent client satisfaction.

* Dedication to aligning with our company values of transparency, safety, and environmental responsibility.

This role is essential to our mission of delivering exceptional, sustainable construction solutions to clients and communities. Join us in making a positive impact on the social housing and local government sectors

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