Estimator

Job ref: Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, EnglandContract: PermanentSalary: 40,000 - 60,000 per yearSector: Rail and TransportationPosted: Consultant: Jon Sheridan ApplyOur client, a well known civil engineering company based in West Yorkshire is seeking to increase the size of their Pre-Construction/work winning team and as such is seeking to employ an Estimator. Your Responsibilities The main duties of the role include: 1.Preparation of detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for Civil Engineering, Rail, Infrastructure, Marine, and multidisciplinary construction projects. 2. Development of estimates using first principles and bottom-up estimating methodologies including labour, plant, material, subcontract, logistics, and productivity outputs. 3. Preparation and derivation of Schedule of Rates (SoR) based upon resource build-ups, productivity analysis, and construction methodologies. 4. Undertake detailed quantity take-offs from drawings, specifications, and technical documentation using manual and digital measurement techniques. The perfect candidate will have: QUALIFICATIONS HNC / HND / Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or related discipline, or equivalent practical estimating experience SKILLS/COMPETENCIES Strong numerical and analytical capability. Ability to prepare first principles and bottom-up estimates. Competent in Microsoft Excel and estimating software. Good communication and organisational skills EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE Understanding of Civil Engineering and/or Rail construction methodologies. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications. Knowledge of resource-based estimating principles The Package Competitive Pay A collaborative and friendly working culture, focussed on investing in people Up to 25 days holiday + Statutory Bank Holidays Hybrid working, depending on business needs (after probation) Company Sick Pay Annual professional subscription costs Excellent training & development opportunities, provided by our award nominated in house Training team Paid Volunteering days and Charity events Annual Flu Jabs Employee Assistance Programmes for advice and counselling Access to a committed Mental Health First Aider team Company Pension and Death in Service scheme of 2x annual salary A generous Employee Referral scheme of 1000 per successful hire