Title: Estimator
Location: London
Salary: Competitive +Pension
Hours: 40 (Mon-Fri 8am to 5pm, 1 hour lunch)
Qualifications: Desirable NVQ 3 in Contracting Operations/Estimating (Must be willing to work towards this qualification due to industry standards)
Experience: Estimator experience in flat roofing desired but Estimator experience is essential
PURPOSE:
- To calculate and prepare tender submissions, working out what a contract will cost to
deliver, whilst ensuring it returns the required profit.
REPORTS TO:
- Branch Manager
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure you maintain or improve upon the Company’s historic quote to order conversion ratio.
- Prepare tenders/offers in accordance with all of our procedures as set out on Estimating Information Sheets and by required return date.
- To prepare tenders/offers from architects drawings and/or site visits and detailed specifications provided by the client.
- To estimate the type and amount of materials necessary to deliver the contract against the agreed specifications and to offer any value engineering options available.
- To estimate the cost of plant, equipment and overheads.
- To estimate the cost of access, hoisting and protection with due regard to Health & Safety risks.
- To establish the likely progress an completion rates, including allowances for bad weather and
other unforeseen circumstances. - To attend any pre-order meetings arranged by Main Contractors to assist in submission of Tenders/Offers.
- To calculate a final figure for the estimated cost, supplemented by adjustments for overheads and profit and presenting a tender price.
- To liaise with Contracts Manager/Supervisor, by handover meeting, on receipt of order, to communicate pricing information of the tender.
- Transfer quote and order information to Britain.
- Prepare and submit information for O & M Manuals.
AUTHORITY LIMITS:
- Profit margins to be agreed prior to submission of tenders.
- Use of preferred suppliers where possible.
- Preparation and submission of tenders to be in accordance with Company’s Competition Compliance Policy.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE OF POSITION HOLDER
Incumbents need to be articulate, numerate and demonstrate competence in:
- Adaptability/ Business Awareness/ Detail Handling/ Initiative/Planning and Organising/Roofing Industry/Plant/Safety and Communication.
- Experience of Flat Roofing Estimation is desired. Estimating experience essential
Briggs Amasco Ltd are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
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Estimator – London employer: Briggs Amasco Ltd
Briggs Amasco Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and employee well-being. With a commitment to professional development, employees in the Midlands/Manchester area benefit from comprehensive training opportunities and a competitive salary package, including pension and car allowance. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the construction industry while enjoying a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion.
