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We are seeking a detail-oriented Estimator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for specifying, quantifying, and pricing light gauge steel projects, ensuring accuracy from start to finish. You will produce clear lump sum estimates, prepare professional tender documentation, and provide a clear vision of the finished product. Working closely with our sales team and clients, you will play a key role in delivering precise, competitive, and timely project estimates.
Job Responsibility:
Accurately quantify the total cost of loadbearing steel, including both technical and site-related costs
Produce precise estimations using company software, including Commercial Preliminary Take-Off Sheets
Review client documentation to ensure it is comprehensive enough to generate an accurate quotation
Provide clients with clear guidance on key plans and the proposed loadbearing layout
Advise clients on potential cost implications or variations resulting from design changes
Liaise with clients and internal teams to identify value engineering opportunities during the tender stage
Act as a key point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong relationships via phone and direct communication
Address commercial queries in a timely and professional manner
Ensure a smooth transition from estimating to design through a comprehensive sales handover process
Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance commercial processes
Collaborate with the sales team to improve the quality of information and the handover process to estimating
Liaise with the purchasing team regarding current costs for materials and purchased items
Requirements:
Proven experience in estimating, ideally within the construction or manufacturing sector
Knowledge of light gauge steel, offsite construction, and modern methods of construction (MMC)
Background in manufacturing processes and their application to construction projects
Familiarity with quantity surveying principles and cost control methods
Proficiency in using relevant software (e.g., AutoCad, Microsoft Office)
Strong analytical and numerical skills with excellent attention to detail
Effective communicator with the ability to liaise confidently with clients, sales teams, and internal departments
Organised, proactive, and capable of managing multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously