Estimator

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Delivery of Major Contracts.

·         Professional delivery of all contracts

·         Perform a commercial function in preparation with tender bids

Procurement of supplier’s and sub-contractors

·         Change control procedures on projects so variations are identified and agreed

·         Ensure information is presented timely and accurate

·         Preparation of accurate and prudent cost-value analysis

·         Interim and final account statement preparation

·         Site measurements and drawing/taking off plans

·         Pricing variations and costing compensation events

·         Uphold Data Protection Policies

·         Any other Ad hoc duties

Required Qualifications                            

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field (RICS accreditation preferred).

Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor (maintenance, refurbishment, or new build) preferably in Education sector.

Strong knowledge of NEC Forms of Contracts

Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

High level of financial and commercial awareness.

Strong IT skills, including cost management software and MS Office.

Ability to lead teams and mentor junior staff.

Valid CSR Card or formal Health and Safety Training

Full UK Driving License

5 years’ experience in construction industry

Attributes/Skills:

The successful candidate should:

Be capable of working on own initiative

Ability to work methodically and with attention to detail

Good communication and organisational skills

Have a good timekeeping and attendance record

Have the ability to work with a wide range of people and team player

Demonstrate ability to follow written and verbal directions

Demonstrate a flexible attitude towards assigned tasks

Be reliable & committed

Have ability to work to deadlines

Participate in overtime when required (including weekends)

Have ability to take on new skills

Have a positive approach to continuous improvement processes and techniques

Health & Safety:

Adhere to all health & safety regulations and company policy at all times

Report any accidents or issues regarding health & safety appropriately

Ensure all Risk Assessments & safe systems of work are read, understood, signed and followed

Observe & follow all manual handling practices

In addition,

As the majority of the work will be conducted in Public Sector or Housing Associations, we will require a recent Access NI certificate CTS will perform a Access NI check as part of the on-boarding process.

Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from employment. We operate a written policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, which is available on request and forms part of our employee handbook provided at the point of secure employment.

We have a policy on the secure handling, use, storage and retention of disclosure information, which is available on request and is also included in our employee handbook.

The role may also require the successful candidate to undertake work specific training on the job or externally.

 CTS is an equal opportunities employer

No Job Description can cover every issue that may arise within the post at various times and the post holder is expected to carry out other duties from time to time which are broadly consistent with those in this Job Description.