Trainee Estimator

Key Responsibilities

• Survey potential work sites; establish ground and site conditions, confirm scope of work and specific design/ specification requirements.
• Produce detailed survey reports for pricing and future co-ordination of works
• Maintain accurate records for ‘follow-up’ calls and future reconciliation
• Develop understanding of construction methods and health and safety legislation in order to aid in the generation of accurate cost proposals
• Identify the best solution in order to achieve client’s requirements. This will require an in depth understanding of the security fencing market and the systems available
• Generate accurate price build ups to cover the plant, labour and materials required to successfully complete the given project
• Progress price sheets into clear and concise tender proposals for presentation to the client
• Help prepare detailed Schedule of works/ Bill of Quantities for submission to the client
• Assist with the preparation of detailed Pre-qualification questionnaire responses

• At all times promote and develop relationships with clients and suppliers
• Generate leads and follow up quotations uncover future opportunities and to gain understanding of the market level
• Monthly reporting of leads and outstanding enquiries
• Attend meetings throughout the UK with both new and existing customers

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• No prior experience necessary, however this would be beneficial
• Possess strong communication skills, written and verbal
• Possess good IT skills (MS Excel important)
• Maintain an efficient filing system commensurate with contract
• Ability to work under pressure
• Organised, with good time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Can adapt to different tasks quickly, efficiently and confidently
• Team orientated, however capable of working autonomously in a busy office environment
• Driven and motivated to succeed in what is a competitive environment
• There will be excellent opportunities for career development and significant training will be provided.

Benefits