Estimator
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Job Location:
Northumberland - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
17 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About Us
RJ McLeod an OCU Group Company is one of Scotlands leading civil engineering contractors with extensive experience across renewable energy highways and marine infrastructure projects. We deliver complex civil engineering solutions including highways improvements port infrastructure marine works substations underground power networks battery storage facilities grid stabilisation infrastructure and wind farm developments. Our diverse portfolio spans critical national infrastructure projects across Scotlands transport and energy sectors.
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Estimator to join our commercial team.
As an Estimator you will play a key role in the tendering process working closely with engineering commercial and operational teams to develop robust cost estimates for civil engineering projects in conjunction with our Clients. You will analyse project documentation assess risks liaise with suppliers and subcontractors and contribute to winning work that aligns with the companys strategic goals.
The successful candidate will be mainly based at our Stocksfield Office (working on site as business needs require).
Key Responsibilities
Tendering & Cost Estimation
Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil engineering and infrastructure projects including materials labour equipment and other resources.
Analyse drawings specifications and contract documents to determine project scope.
Develop accurate quantities rates and pricing structures.
Provide detailed reports on costs and expenditures helping ensure that projects are delivered within budget.
Identify project risks opportunities and value engineering options.
Collaboration & Communication
Work closely with project managers engineers planners and commercial teams to gather technical and operational input.
Review and analyse tender documents contracts and drawings. Prepare and submit tenders and proposals to clients.
Liaise with clients contractors architects engineers and suppliers to understand project scope and obtain competitive quotes.
Participate in tender review meetings and provide clear justification for pricing decisions.
Commercial & Technical Insight
Maintain up to date knowledge of market conditions material costs and industry trends.
Ensure compliance with company procedures client requirements and relevant legislation.
Support the preparation of tender submissions including written methodology and pricing breakdowns.
Maintain and update detailed records of all estimates contracts and other project documentation.
Skills & Experience
Essential
Proven experience as an Estimator within civil engineering preferably in renewable energy infrastructure highways or marine construction delivering projects exceeding 10m in value.
Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
Strong understanding of infrastructure project components (earthworks concrete drainage utilities structures etc.).
Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
Excellent numerical analytical and problemsolving skills.
Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Excel.
Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Desirable
Knowledge of NEC and other standard forms of contract.
Benefits Package
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Company vehicle
Performance-related bonus scheme
Generous pension scheme with employer contributions
Continuous professional development support
Key Skills
- Bluebeam
- Construction Estimating
- Construction Experience
- HeavyBid
- Math
- Sage
- Pricing
- Cost Control
- Restoration
- Roofing
- Microsoft Excel
- Auto Estimating
About Company
Established in 1994 OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions.Working directly with many of the countrys leading blue-chip power water telecoms and ra ... View more
