Senior Estimator - Erdington, United Kingdom - Central Roofing & Building Services Ltd

    Central Roofing & Building Services Ltd
    Central Roofing & Building Services Ltd Erdington, United Kingdom

    1 week ago

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    Senior Estimator | Birmingham with the need to travel to site | Monday to Thursday – 8.00 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday 8.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. with 1- hour unpaid lunch | Competitive salary based on experience
    Welcome to Central Group, where expertise meets excellence in commercial roofing and cladding solutions across the UK.

    As a leading specialist in the field, we boast an extensive network of seven regional branches strategically located to serve our clients with unparalleled efficiency.

    Central Group stands tall as one of the foremost names in the industry.

    From private clients seeking bespoke solutions to esteemed government departments and respected specifiers in the construction realm, our reach extends far and wide, catering to the diverse needs of architects, surveyors, and estate managers alike.

    The role is a versatile role with responsibility for Surveying and Estimating.

    You will have a full understanding of the financial management of the contract from understanding the costs of the project and management of these to fulfil the business's Gross and Net Margin requirements and the overall management of the valuation.

    Are you the right person for the job?
    Experience in managing projects in a similar industry
    Good working knowledge of surveying, estimating and contract conditions, regulations, program and risk management, and cost control
    A full UK Driving Licence
    Previous experience in surveying and estimating
    Ability to prioritise work to ensure tasks are completed within time constraints
    IT proficient
    The following qualifications/certificates are required but not essential as Central Group can provide this training: SMSTS, CSCS Card, 1st Aid at Work, Working at height, Hot Works, CISRS Scaffold Inspection, FASET Netting Inspection, and Asbestos Awareness
    Able to work at height
    Ability to organise workload effectively for the purpose of meeting deadlines
    Able to demonstrate flexibility/versatility combined with initiative, drive, and ability to meet targets
    Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a wide variety of contacts
    Able to work autonomously and flexibly, responding to business needs
    Main duties and responsibilities
    Attend site meetings as required
    Completion of detailed site surveys
    Analysis of tender documentation, including drawing; take-offs, technical documents to prepare estimates
    Consulting with subcontractors and suppliers to discuss estimates and resolve issues and inquiries
    Communicating with potential customers, colleagues, and suppliers to arrange site visits and site measures
    Traveling to job sites to gather information on materials needed, labour requirements, and other factors
    Identifying and quantifying cost factors, such as production time and raw material, equipment, and labour expenses
    Analyse quotes from sub-contractors and suppliers to ensure pricing requirements are fulfilled
    Submission of tenders and quotations
    Handing over successful projects to the construction team clearly and concisely
    Obtaining quotes from third parties, scaffolders, builders, and M&E
    Providing Programmes of Work
    Pricing of all VO's
    Updating accounts as and when VO's are instructed
    Providing assistance to Procurement and help with any queries
    Produce information for PQQs and send these on to the client
    What can you expect in return?
    Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme with Standard Life (5% employee and 5% employer)
    Life Assurance x salary
    Celebration days/Christmas party
    Christmas Shutdown
    Private Medical (after a successful 6-month probation period)
    Mental Health First Aiders
    Long Service Awards
    Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay after 2 years within the role
    25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
    Employee Assistance Programme
    My strength (EAP)
    ToothFairy (Dental care help)
    What's next? It's easy Click "APPLY" now We can't wait to hear from you
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