Lead Estimator

We are working with a leading client in the Utilities sector who have a very exciting permanent opportunity to work in a Lead Estimator role. You will be producing competitive tenders and submissions of the highest quality to win work in varying market sectors to support the overall Company Business Plan.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure HSE&Q standards, operating processes, company policies and all legislative requirements are understood, implemented and adhered to at all times.
• Proactively taking a lead in preparing the quantitative aspects of tenders, PQQ and bid submissions. Oversee work completed by other members of the team.
• Actively promote achieving an integrated approach to tender finalisation to ensure best bid solution for the region.
• Assess contract conditions, provide advice on and quantify the risk to all relevant parties and offer workable solutions.
• Responsible for effectively planning tenders to ensure timely and accurate preparation of tender documentation and pricing information resulting in a quality submission.
• Ensure effective team collaboration with the wider business, communicating with operations and commercial teams
• Responsible for the development of cost models and predicted life cycle costs across the operation, working closely with the Business Development Team to analyse market benchmarks and internal cost/value data including performance mechanisms.
• Communicate effectively and form relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Actively participate in the adjudication process, ensuring tenders are accurately prepared and presented as required.
• Attend meetings such as mobilisation meetings, handover meetings, design meetings, bid meetings.
• Ensure tender programmes, design information and methods of construction are developed with the Planning and Technical Teams.
• Manage all employee related matters, liaising with People Services as necessary
• Proactively involved with proposals to improve the estimating provision within the business.

What do we need from you?

• Relevant Degree or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years Quantity Surveyor or Estimator experience is desirable
• Proven track record of winning profitable work
• Good understanding of business development and the bidding market place
• Advanced IT Skills incl. Estimating Software Packages
• Organisation and project management skills, able to prioritise
• Good legal/contractual knowledge
• Sound knowledge of building construction/maintenance techniques and materials.
• Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills
• Valid driving license
• Prior experience in the Gas sector (Desirable)

The salary banding is indicative and not a definitive figure, full package will be discussed upon shortlisting.