Vacancies > Assistant Estimator
| Company |
Parkstone Construction Limited |
| Reports To |
Senior Estimator |
Key Tasks:
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Assistance in all aspects of our tender / bid process, internally, externally pre and post contract.
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Be capable of producing your own estimates, for small to medium schemes and presenting these using company estimating software “Causeway” for review.
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Administration of both electronic and hard copy documents / records, checking documents received, drawings etc and ensure audit trail of any information updates.
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Ensure record kept to monitor the impact of any changes / adjustments to pricing due to information change or otherwise.
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Measurement support to include quantities checks on bills of quantities.
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Development of knowledge of Methods of Measurement including SMM7 and CESSM.
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Assistance with pricing, compiling rates and using estimating software.
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In conjunction with procurement and aggregates dept’s, assist in obtaining quotations for materials, plant etc.
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Obtain sub-contractor quotes where applicable, if not priced using direct men/plant.
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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.
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Taking off quantities at tender stage for ‘Plan and Spec’ or lump sum contracts on an as and when required basis.
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Liaison with other staff including Project Teams, Admin, Procurement and Directors.
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Being accountable for self development skills and training including contract knowledge, as well as IT skills, health and safety etc.
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Develop knowledge of the estimating process, rate build ups, outputs.
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Liaise with Commercial teams to provide Cost analysis feedback to inform estimating database.
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Technical knowledge of work scope and risks in the ground.
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To ensure the proper balance between work experience, study and development of skills.
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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:
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Basic Salary to be negotiated
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Bonus scheme: available, details by negotiation
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Fully expenses car, Audi A3
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Private health
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Pension: available, details by negotiation
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Sponsorship to complete studies
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Holidays: 25 days PA plus bank holidays
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