Estimator

4645214

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Job type
Permanent
Location
Derby
Working Pattern
Full-time
Specialism
Civil Engineering
Industry
Construction
Pay
Up to £55k/annum (Negotiable DOE) + Company Car or Allowance + Package

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Estimator - Permanent - Derby - Principal Contractor - Multi-Sector - Civil Engineering and Groundworks

Your new company

You will be joining an established civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in Derby, operating across the commercial, industrial and energy industries. This multi-accredited contractor delivers projects valued at up to £20m for an array of high-profile clients and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and hands-on professional development. Due to continued success, they are seeking an Estimator to join their pre-contract team.

This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Derby office with the option for hybrid and flexible working.

Your new role

As Estimator, your responsibilities will include:

Preparing and submitting tenders from first principles, including obtaining quotations for subcontract work, materials and plant, and compiling programmes
Liaising with clients to ensure a full understanding of their requirements is obtained
Assisting in checking details of order and preparing documentation for, and attending, handover meetings with the contracts department if tenders are successful
Assisting junior staff when required to ensure competence in the duties required of them
Representing the company at all times and promoting good relations with clients (and their representatives), subcontractors and the general public
Conducting site visits to determine factors that could influence the cost of undertaking works.

What you'll need to succeed

In order to be successful, you must have:

Experience in estimating within the civil engineering industry (or a related field)
Ability to estimate from first principles
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills
Full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive:

Starting salary up to £55,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
Company car or car allowance (up to £6,600 per annum)
34 days’ annual leave
Hybrid and flexible working
Company pension scheme (matched up to 5%)
Profit share scheme
Private health insurance
Reimbursed business mileage
Reimbursed professional fee to a recognised body (e.g. RICS, ICE or similar)
Continuous training and development
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
Opportunity to grow and progress your career with a forward-thinking contractor 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 email a copy to james.mayfield-potter@hays.com quoting the job reference number #4645214.

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 contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas.

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Located in Birmingham, 3rd Floor, One Colmore Square, Telephone 0115 9598786

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