Vacancies > Assistant Estimator

Key Tasks:

• Assistance in all aspects of our tender / bid process, internally, externally pre and post contract.

• Be capable of producing your own estimates, for small to medium schemes and presenting these using company estimating software “Causeway” for  review.

• Administration of both electronic and hard copy documents / records, checking documents received, drawings etc  and ensure audit trail of any information updates.

• Ensure record kept to  monitor the impact of any changes / adjustments to pricing due to information change or otherwise.

• Measurement support to include quantities checks on bills of quantities.

• Development of knowledge of Methods of Measurement including SMM7 and CESSM.

• Assistance with pricing, compiling rates and using estimating software.

• In conjunction with procurement and aggregates dept’s, assist in obtaining quotations for materials, plant etc.

• Obtain sub-contractor quotes where applicable, if not priced using direct men/plant.

• Understand the documents, flag up potential pinch points / discrepancies between the pricing bills and any other information issued as part of our risk / opportunity management process.

• Taking off quantities at tender stage for ‘Plan and Spec’ or lump sum contracts on an as and when required basis.

• Liaison with other staff including Project Teams, Admin, Procurement and Directors.

• Being accountable for self development skills and training including contract knowledge, as well as IT skills, health and safety etc.

• Develop knowledge of the estimating process, rate build ups, outputs.

• Liaise with Commercial teams to provide Cost analysis feedback to inform estimating database.

• Technical knowledge of work scope and risks in the ground.

• To ensure the proper balance between work experience, study and development of skills.

• Developing harmonious relationships with Parkstone staff, supply chain and external clients.

Knowledge and Experience:

A min 2 years work experience plus technical qualification. Candidate may still be studying day release. Good IT skills.

Indicative Package:

• Basic Salary to be negotiated

• Bonus scheme: available, details by negotiation

• Fully expenses car, Audi A3

• Private health

• Pension: available, details by negotiation

• Sponsorship to complete studies

• Holidays: 25 days PA plus bank holidays