Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator - UK South Construction Business UnitRoleWe are recruiting for Senior Estimator to join our UK South Construction business unit. The Senior Estimator is responsible for ensuring that the estimated cost of a project is prepared correctly in an explicit and consistent manner which takes into account the methods of construction and all circumstances which may affect the execution of the work on a project. The role includes the development of Estimators and Assistant / Graduate Estimators.Key ResponsibilitiesEnsure tender documents, addendums, client correspondence etc., are logged on the server and relevant team members are issued with copies.Produce sub-contractor enquiry schedule, obtaining suggestions / feedback from the tender team, procurement department preferred / approved contractor schedules.Issue sub-contract enquiries, including scope of works and attendance schedules (where applicable).Issue materials enquiriesEstablish competitionArrange production of B / Q's where required or B / Q share.Undertake spot checks on measures / bill descriptions.Chase tender returns and update enquiry scheduleRaise tender queriesDevelop and fill gaps in tender, compile clarifications and estimator notes for file copy.Incorporate late changes / tender amendmentsAssist in the collation of tender risk and opportunity assessment.Assist in the production of a value engineering scheduleAnalyse nett tender package returns and complete sub-contractor analysis schedule for adjudication.Analyse and assess the individual package requirements for fixed price and contingency additions, all for review at the tender settlementProduce documents for tender settlement and present clear nett costings identifying risk and opportunity.Completion of the Tender Sum Analysis for review by PCD and issue at adjudication including cash flow and forecast etc.Attend adjudication and make notes of and undertake resultant amendments, issue for final Regional review or Group review.Complete client pricing documents including Form of Tender, Contract sum analysis, Prelims breakdown (if required), for incorporation into commercial submission section.Management ResponsibilitiesAssisting in the training and development of Estimators and Assistant / Graduate EstimatorsAssist in the undertaking of PDP’s with all direct reports and to drive through actions / activities identified in the individual’s development planAssisting in the development and management of the bid budgets to ensure they are kept within budgetCarrying out regular tender reviewsReviewing the risk register on bidsAssist in the reviewing of inflation calculationsDeveloping the cash flow on bidExperience & SkillsMust have strong analytical and numeracy skills to accurately evaluate detailed specifications, cost and risk.Must be detail orientatedMust have a detailed knowledge of the latest processes, materials, and costs. In addition, they should be familiar with Conquest / Causeway / Coins or similar estimating software.Working as part of a team, they should be a good communicator and have good time-management skills and be able to work under pressure and to deadlines.Qualifications and TrainingIdeally professionally qualified RICS / MCIOB or similarAt least 5-15 years experience in constructionAt Sisk we are committed to attracting and hiring diverse talent into our organisation. We know theconfidence gapandimposter phenomenoncan get in the way of meeting remarkable candidates. We also know that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don't apply for roles if they don'tfeel theymeet all the criteria. Give your transferable skills the chance to tell the full story. It’s not all about yourtechnical expertise. Don’t hold back, we’d love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr