Details:
- Salary: £35,000 - 40,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Halifax Calderdale
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Senior Estimator – FF&E
£35,000 - £40,000
Halifax
A highly sought-after opportunity to work a leading residential and office FF&E company. My client provides loose furnishing and interior solutions for a wide range of sectors including Build to Rent, PRS, Student Accommodation and Co-Living. They specialise in loose furniture and furniture packages supported by expert in-house procurement, delivery, and installation teams.
This is a full-time, predominantly office-based role for an Estimator located in Halifax with some travel to sites.
This is a new role in which the successful candidate will be working closely with the Estimating Manager and you will be assisting the Bid Department in securing projects/orders for the continued growth of the business. They are looking for a self-sufficient member of the Bid Team who can successfully tender, negotiate and secure projects/orders for the business as well as manage and maintain client relationships to ensure future work
The Duties
* Download and file Tender Enquiries inline with Company Procedures.
* Complete and maintain the Tender Inbox & Tender Control Register.
* Assess enquiry documentation which can include drawings, specifications, employers’ requirements, NBS, etc.
* Preparation of quote template with above information and our proposed product information.
* Create and issue enquiry packs to existing supply chain partners to allow completion of quotes. This can be in the form of bill of quantities, specifications, drawings, visuals, etc.
* Analysis and assessment of completed enquiry packs from supply chain partners.
* Negotiate with negotiations with supply chain partners such as discounts, payment terms, etc.
* Assist with the development of our supply chain by identifying potential new suppliers.
* Attend pre and post tender meetings with clients to discuss our quote.
* Assist with the design, procurement and installation of any samples / sample rooms which may be required.
* Prepare documentation for pre let meetings with the Design and Contracts departments prior to attending pre-let meeting with the client (along with the Design and Contracts department).
* Fully brief and handover successfully won projects to the Design and Contracts departments.
* Provide support and assistance where required to the Graduate Estimators / Estimators.
* Assist the Design and Contracts departments with any queries they may have during the delivery of the project.
* Liaise with accounts department on financial matters.
The Requirements
* Must hold a 2:1 Degree in a Design or Engineering related subject or Quantity Surveying.
Or
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in an estimating role within a comparable organisation.
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in an estimating role within a comparable organisation.
* Commercially aware with the ability to identify opportunities and risks.
* Ability to read and understand drawings and technical specifications.
* A good understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
* Experience of using AutoCAD is desirable but not essential.
What’s in it for you?
* £35,000 - £40,000 (depending on experience).
* 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays.
* Competitive Benefits; Pension contributions, Death in Service.
* Sponsored Subscriptions & Memberships.
* Continual Professional & Occupational Training & Development