Senior Estimator

Posted 29/04/2024 by AVK-SEG

Location:
Barbican, Greater London

The Senior Estimator role within the Prime Power Team has responsibility for quality, process and the high standards our customers expect, to provide an effective and accurate pricing process in conjunction with the sales team to ensure gross margins are accurately quoted on customer bids, tenders and quotations. They should possess a broad knowledge of all key aspects of power plant construction both electrically and mechanically. They should also have the necessary skills to show leadership within the estimating team.

Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

  • Collaborate with Project and Design Teams to prepare and analyse drawings and documents for tenders
  • Prepare and distribute enquiries to subcontractors and manufacturers
  • Research materials, equipment, and labour costs to maintain client expectations
  • Staying abreast of industry trends, best practices, and new technologies related to off-grid gas power plants. Continuously improving estimating process and methodologies to enhance accuracy and efficiency
  • Analyse exchange rates and pricing structures to ensue competitiveness
  • Identify and report on risks, opportunities, and scope considerations
  • Monitor project costs throughout the construction process and providing regular reports to management. This involves comparing actual costs to estimates costs, and identifying any discrepancies that can be corrected for future projects
  • Ensure tender submissions comply with Health and Safety legislation and AVK policies
  • Supervising and mentoring junior estimators to ensure they perform their duties effectively and efficiently
  • Support the sales team by being a main point of contact for clients and stakeholders regarding project estimates, progress updates, and any other relevant information.

Requirements

To be successful in this role you will need:

  • Proven experience as an Estimator
  • Experience supervising a team
  • Knowledge of Health and Safety legislations
  • Excellent communication skills

Benefits

  • Private Health Insurance
  • Performance Bonus
  • 25 days annual leave + bank hols
  • Birthday Off
  • Pension Plan
  • Work From Home

AVK|SEG does not discriminate on the race, colour, religion, sex, age, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.  We will endeavour to respond to all applicants however due to the volume of responses, we can only guarantee that candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted.

Type:
Permanent
Contract Length:
N/A
Job Reference:
Senior Estimator
Job ID:
221553696
Applications:
Less than 10

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