Senior Estimator

Our team is dynamic, innovative, and focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity, and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting and varied projects. We want our people to succeed both in work and life and to support this we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work‐life balance.Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV.We are now on the lookout for a Senior Estimator to work out of our Chesterfield office. The main purpose of this role is to deal with the preparation, processing and submission of tenders for contracts by calculating the costs involved in supplying a product or service that meets the client\’s technical specification.A full UK driving licence is essential as there may be some travel to Huntingdon, Peterborough, or similar. There will be the occasional need to attend meetings and reviews at head office in Ipswich. This role will report directly to the Pre‐Contracts Director who is based at Head office in Ipswich.Other Main Duties Include Manage and co-ordinate information for bids and tenders within designated areaResearching materials, equipment and labour costsGain and understanding of what the client\’s needs areCollecting quotes from suppliers and sub-contractorsPlanning job timescalesAssessing and advising on commercial riskPreparing and submitting quotations for workHelping with bids for new contracts and supporting buying activitiesMonitoring the stages of a project to make sure that costs are kept in line with forecastsClearly convey the financial elements of a tender to site staff at tender handoverEnsure all work complies with quality, safety and environmental policies and the requirements of the company proceduresInvolvement in review/ input to quality submissionsAre you the person we are looking for?Qualifications & Skills We are seeking a self‐motivated individual with excellent communication and presentation skills, who has good commercial awareness and problem‐solving skills. Must also have strong numerical and analytical skills and be able to pay close attention to detail.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estimating in civil engineering, with experience of projects of a similar nature which include highways, earthworks, and infrastructure. You must also have sound knowledge of spreadsheets and other estimating packages.Benefits Company car or car allowanceLife assurance cover (4 x annual salary)Company pension scheme (we match up to 8%)25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday!)Hybrid workingCycle to work schemeEmployee assistance programEmployee platform benefitsFree on‐site parkingCompany social eventsRegular fun days and charity events hosted in the officeA supportive business who wants to help you progress in your career\”The Great Escape\” – leaving an hour earlier on a Friday!Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.Equality and Inclusion We 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. We also place high importance on our inclusive recruitment policy and will do our very best to support those applicants who may need adjustments in order to take part in the recruitment process. Please do let us know if you require any additional assistance or adjustments on.Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within two weeks please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

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