Graduate Trainee Estimator - Welwyn, United Kingdom - John O'Conner GM Limited

John O'Conner GM Limited

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Welwyn, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

JOHN O'CONNER (GM) LIMITED
John O'Conner Grounds Maintenance is an award-winning grounds maintenance specialist with an annual turnover of £20 million. The company client base is a mix of public sector and commercial contracts throughout the UK and Scotland. We also have Arboriculture and Pest Control Divisions.

John O'Conner (GM) Ltd is privately owned, so we have the freedom to make long-term decisions in the best interests of our clients, our staff and our business.

Impeccable workforce management methods, enhanced training, best practice performance management and sustainability are embedded into our company culture - just some of the reasons why our business relationships are long-term.

THE JOB
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our expanding Business Development team as a Trainee Estimator

PURPOSE OF ROLE

To provide the business with accurate estimates for tenders and other new business opportunities.
Working as part of the business development team, prepare financial submissions for tenders and new business proposals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

To review and assess documentation and drawings for tender opportunities and to calculate the associated costs.
To review and assess survey information for business proposals and calculate the associated costs.
Identify and understand the client's requirements and incorporate into proposals.
Where necessary to take off measurements or otherwise quantify the work required.
To undertake site visits to further verify scale, scope and nature of work
To obtain quotations for materials, subcontractors and / or hired in equipment.
To assist the Commercial Manager in identifying risk and issues relating to tenders and new business opportunities.
To support the Commercial Manager in clarifying customer requirements.
Assisting bid writers with information for quality submissions.
Liaising and supporting Regional and Contract Management in the preparation of bids and mobilisation of contracts.
To undertake all activity in accordance with company policy and procedures.

TRAINING / SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

Person Skillset

Honesty and integrity
Attention to detail & diligence
Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
Sound arithmetical numeracy
Organised and methodical
Effective communication both verbally and in writing
Awareness of data confidentiality
Assertive and resilient (not every bid is successful)
Use of relevant software such as Excel, Word & Outlook
Some knowledge of grounds maintenance or other related service industry useful but not essential

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