Construction Estimator

• Review tender enquiries, drawings, specifications and project documentation
• Maintain an overview of tender opportunities and project pipeline
• Complete quantity take-offs and measurements from drawings
• Prepare Bills of Quantities and detailed project cost estimates
• Develop rate build-ups while achieving required margins
• Obtain, assess and negotiate supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Submit competitive and accurate tenders within deadlines
• Identify commercial risks, opportunities and potential cost savings
• Carry out value engineering and develop cost-saving proposals
• Liaise with clients and main contractors regarding tenders and project status
• Support the Commercial Director and Commercial team through negotiations to project award
• Prepare project budgets based on tender-stage costs
• Support commercial handover to Quantity Surveying, Design and Operations teams
• Communicate assumptions, risks, opportunities, budgets and tender information during handover
• Assist with securing competitive pre-construction rates from suppliers, plant hire companies and subcontractors
• Collaborate with estimating and commercial teams and provide tender support