An excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's leading specialist contractors within Glazing and Partitions -
You will be responsible for preparing estimates for supply and installation of acoustic glazed partitions to main contractors and fit-out contractors.
Working closely with the Divisional Director, you will ensure all potential costs and risks are identified so that projects can be secured - and delivered - at the maximum gross profit margin possible.
Once projects are secured by the Divisional Director, you will be involved with the handover to the Project Manager, and will assist with monthly applications and contract administration - eg. variations and tracking project profitability, preparation of draft final accounts etc.
Duties
Download documentation for incoming enquiries.
Complete electronic take offs of drawings.
Clarify any queries/discrepancies with contractor by raising RFI's - confirmation in writing if possible.
Send enquiries out to supply chain.
Identify project specific product and ring fence to identify project specific costs and lead times.
Identify programme dates and PC dates and advise the project manager for fit with secured work load.
Discuss the tender with the design manager and request project specific detail drawings to substantiate the bid as well as any samples required.
Prepare costings using excel spreadsheets, and summarise the tender for margin review with director.
Complete tender clarifications to send with the proposal.
Submit the tender and update the Estimating Tracker - ensuring all bidders are provided with a quotation.
Set quote follow up tasks.
Assist director with comprehensive handover of secured projects to Project Manager, ensuring all paper and electronic files in good order.
Prepare rolling accounts and price variations on secured projects.
Submit monthly applications alongside the finance team.
Quarterly review of supplier rates with director to ensure up to date prices.
Key Skills
Strong Eye for Detail and accuracy
Able to work individually or as a team
Able to work under pressure to meet set goals, budgets and deadlines
Proficiency with word, excel and CRM Systems