Estimator - Water

4717471

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Job type
Permanent
Location
Coventry
Working Pattern
Full-time
Specialism
Civil Engineering
Industry
Construction
Pay
Negotiable Salary (Dependent on Experience) + Lucrative Package

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Estimator - Permanent - Coventry - Established Organisation - Severn Trent Water Framework - Civil Engineering

Your new company

Our client, an established and high-profile organisation based in Coventry operating within the water industry, is seeking an Estimator to join their pre-contract team. This multi-accredited company specialises in the delivery of clean and waste water infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects across the Severn Trent Water region and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.

This is a full-time permanent position (37 hours per week, Monday – Friday) based in their Coventry office with hybrid working and occasional travel as and when required.

Your new role

As Estimator, your responsibilities will include:

Reviewing tender documentation, specifications and drawings provided by main contractors
Interpreting project scope and developing accurate and competitive cost estimates for subcontract works
Assisting in preparing and submitting complete bid packages in line with deadlines
Conducting detailed quantity take-offs from drawings and specifications
Compiling bills of quantities and pricing schedules
Obtaining and evaluating costs from suppliers and specialist subcontractors
Identifying commercial and technical risks within tenders and proposing mitigation strategies
Negotiating competitive pricing while ensuring compliance with project specifications and quality standards
Supporting pre-construction meetings and contributing to bid strategy discussions
Assisting in the handover of successful bids to the delivery with clear cost and scope documentation.

What you'll need to succeed

In order to be successful, you must have:

Experience estimating within heavy civils (groundworks, earthworks and/or reinforced concrete structures), ideally in the water sector
Ability to estimate from first principles
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, estimating system software
Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
Full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive:

Negotiable starting salary (dependent on experience)
28 days’ annual leave (option to buy/sell holiday) plus bank holidays
Hybrid and flexible working (2 days’ office, 3 days’ remote)
Generous matched company pension scheme
Annual bonus
Sharesave scheme
Family-friendly benefits
Private health insurance
Retail discounts
Industry-leading training and development
Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an established organisation and more.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or alternatively email a copy to james.mayfield-potter@hays.com quoting job reference #4717471.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Please note - this organisation does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas.

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