Job Title:

Senior Estimator

Business:

Ashford Construction Plc

Department:

Procurement

Reports to:

Estimating Director

Overall Purpose

The preparation of net costs estimates and budgets for presentation at the adjudication meeting.  To ensure that all design solutions are reflected in the net cost.  To ensure that all cost/design risks are identified.  To maintain good working relationships with all involved in the preparation of a bid.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

·             Establish, maintain and expand the library of sub-contractors and suppliers.

·             Prepare and supervise other staff preparing, sub-contract and material enquiries ensuring the incorporation of all necessary contract conditions.

·             The preparation of accurate bills of quantities including supervising other staff involved.

·             The preparation of cost comparisons for alternative design solutions.

·             The preparation of accurate cost plans.

·             Attendance at tender strategy, midterm and adjudication meetings.

·             Bring to the attention of the Bid Manager possible tender qualifications.

·             Alert the Bid Manager immediately should the date of adjudication meeting be in doubt.

·             Assist the Bid Manager in the resolution and qualifications following tender submission.

·             Attend as necessary meeting with Employers or Employers Representatives.

·             On successful tenders, attend contract launch meeting and ensure that all relevant information is copied and passed to the Construction team.

·             Ensure that all documents (except sub-contract and material quotations) used in the preparation of s successful tender are retained and archived in procurement.

·             Constantly monitor the competitiveness of sub-contractors and in liaison with other departments, adjust future tender lists.

·             Keep abreast of the latest developments in estimating techniques.

·             Keep abreast of the latest construction methods/materials in order to reduce costs.

·             Visit site during the tender period in order to assess the impact of any local conditions.

·             When practical, visit sites post contract and obtain feedback for future tenders.

·             Prepare contract sum analysis for submission with tenders.

·             Be involved as necessary in post tender negotiations / discussions.

·             Carry out any other functions that may from time to time be necessary in achieving the objectives of the company.