Overview:
We’re looking for a skilled Estimator/Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial team in Chawston.
Up to £65k doe- Company car or car allowance
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
We deliver specialist and sustainable, water asset and infrastructure solutions within the water, wastewater and environment sectors.
There’s never been a more exciting time to join us. With increasing investment in water, wastewater, and environmental infrastructure, we’re growing fast - and we’re looking for passionate people to grow with us.
What you'll be doing: Reporting to the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for performing all commercial management duties on construction contracts from Pre-construction through the Construction Phase to Final Account and Certificate. • Receive enquiries and tenders for works not covered through Framework schedule of rates pricing. • Co-ordinate and manage the tender process; arranging an initial start-up meeting, setting a tender programme and list of actions, liaising with key stakeholders through the tender process, and ensuring tender outputs are achieved and deadlines are met. • Take-off quantities from the Scope Information for pricing. • Price work items from first principles, building up Rates and Activities using labour, materials, and plant costs. • Liaise with subcontractors to obtain competitive prices for specialist works. • Understand contractual requirements and ensure these are covered in tender prices. • Carry out thorough financial negotiations as required in order to secure client contracts. • Work with the project delivery team, prepare a realistic budget for schemes in order to maximise revenue, profit and reputation. • Prepare, submit and agree monthly interim valuations and final accounts to ensure timely processing of client invoicing and payment applications. • Manage change and identify, prepare, submit and agree early warning notices and compensation events as required under NEC and other contracts. • Compile monthly reconciliations and work in progress assessments for management accounts. • Review aged debt on a regular basis and manage outstanding retentions to ensure the business receives its cash from customers on a timely basis. Who we’re looking for:
- Relevant degree in Estimating, Quantity Surveying, construction related discipline, or significant work experience.
- Experience of pricing works to NEC contracts.
- Experience of pricing works from first principles.
- Possess strong IT skills, in particular MS Excel
- Full driving licence
What we're offering:
Holidays
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You will receive 24 days’ paid holiday per annum, rising to 25 after two years’ service.
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Options to buy five extra days using the Holiday Scheme.
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Volunteering day - up to two days per year to contribute to our local communities.
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Enhanced occupational maternity leave policy.
Finance / Rewards
- Up to £65K, plus a company car / car allowance
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Pension – You will receive a 6% company pension contribution.
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Life Assurance.
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Income protection
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Car or car allowance for all roles that require significant travel.
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Benifex Platform - including the Technology Scheme, Dental Plan, and the Bike Scheme
Health and Wellbeing
- Private Medical Insurance
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Eyecare Scheme
Our vision is to be the best water and environment sustainability specialist.
