Estimator

Galliford Try

  • Leicester
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job Description:Note for Recruitment Agencies:
We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release.We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable - please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.EstimatorEast MidlandsAn opportunity has arisen for an Estimator to join the team at Galliford Try. We are looking for an experienced Estimator to work within our Building East Midlands area to cover a number of projects in our core sectors of Custodial, Defence, Healthcare and Education on projects in the region up to £50MIdeally, you will based in or around the Leicester area and will have the opportunity to travel across multiple sites/projects in the Region.What you will be doing:As an Estimator you will be a key member of the preconstruction team to support the business through the submission of accurate and competitive tenders to satisfy the clients requirements and to ensure the Company secures adequate new business to achieve targeted turnover and profit levels with appropriate year on year growth.
  • Prepare enquiry schedules and liaise with the procurement team in the selection of appropriate companies from whom quotations should be sought.
  • Obtain sufficient quotations to enable valid commercial judgements at the tender finalisation meetings
  • Provide all information necessary to enable the review of the conditions of contract, insurance, bonds, and warranties
  • Produce analytical rate build up information for Bills of Quantities in an accurate and well detailed format
  • Continually refine analytical cost data derived from feedback
  • Identify and analyse opportunities to give a commercial advantage to tenders
  • Identify and analyse risks and produce a risk register for each tender
  • Prepare preliminary cost estimates.
  • Preparation of commercial documents for tender submission
  • Attend tender finalisation meetings, present all relevant cost information, and complete the tender as instructed
About You:
  • Fully conversant with the Microsoft suite of packages, e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Knowledge of estimating process utilising a computerised analytical estimating system i.e Conquest
  • Experience in risk management techniques
  • Previous relevant business experience or transferable skills gained in other areas
  • Equivalent of Level 3 NVQ or Certificate Level qualification. Graduate entry point
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Collaborative attitude
  • Influencing, negotiation and delegation skills
  • Critical analysis and decision-making skills
  • Manages time efficiently, plans and prioritises work activities
  • Understanding of Conditions of Contract and Specifications
  • Commercial awareness and technical knowledge
  • Aware of individual Health and Safety responsibilities and adheres to company health and safety policy and procedures.
  • Able to demonstrate alignment and work in line with the Galliford Try values - Excellence, Passion, Integrity and Collaboration.
What We Can Offer in Return:
With an impressive order book of over £3.2 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we're poised for further growth and success, so if you're committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues.We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential.Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged.Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team.Our benefits:We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary.
  • Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
  • A wide range of corporate discounts
  • Cycle to Work schemes
  • Comprehensive pension plan
  • Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
  • Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it
  • Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role
About us:Galliford Try is one of the UK's leading construction businesses with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in.Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value.For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our East Midlands business please contact Laura Mitchell on Laura.Mitchell@Gallifordtry.co.ukAdditional Information:Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours and / or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process.We encourage you and would be grateful if you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you.Don't meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.A full job description for this role is available upon request.Galliford Try are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.Closing Date:
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About the Team:As a major UK contractor Galliford Try has a diversified workload in the public, regulated and private sectors, boasting a strong reputation for providing whole-life solutions, high standards of project delivery, and an ability to innovate. We operate under the Galliford Try or the Morrison Construction brands and have successfully partnered with clients in education, healthcare, defence, custodial & judicial to commercial and urban living offering collaborative, well thought-out solutions to complex technical challenges. Our extensive experience and expertise in building projects enables us to understand our clients' construction needs and deliver solutions that surpass their expectations.

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