Estimator

Stonbury

The Role

Overview

Manage tenders, price works, support QS, conduct site surveys for water infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • tender management
  • cost pricing
  • quantity takeoff
  • site surveys
  • subcontractor liaison
  • margin forecast

Tasks

Understand contractual requirements and ensure these are covered in tender prices. Price work items from first principles, building up Rates and Activities using labour, materials, and plant costs. Maintain order book turnover and gross margin projections at all times, with the details of confirmed tender successes Undertake site surveys and scoping visits. You will be responsible for receiving, managing, processing and submitting bespoke and framework tenders, as well as supporting the Quantity Surveyors with pricing non-Schedule of Rate Variations. Liaise with subcontractors to obtain competitive prices for specialist works. Take-off quantities from the Scope Information for pricing. Co-ordinate and manage the tender process; arranging an initial start-up meeting, setting a tender programme and list of actions, liaising with key stakeholders through the tender process, and ensuring tender outputs are achieved and deadlines are met. Assess the requirements for temporary works, method related works, and preliminary items in co-ordination with Delivery colleagues (Project Manager / Site Co-ordinator). Receive enquiries and tenders for works not covered through Framework schedule of rates pricing.

Requirements

  • nec contracts
  • communication
  • first principles
  • ms excel
  • relevant degree

What You Bring

Experience of pricing works to NEC contracts. Excellent communication skills to liaise on a daily basis with other team members, clients and suppliers. Experience of pricing works from first principles. Possess strong IT skills, in particular MS Excel. Relevant degree in Estimating, Quantity Surveying, construction related discipline, or significant work experience.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance Competitive salary plus a Company Car or Car Allowance 24 days’ annual leave, rising to 25 after two years, with the option to buy additional days Income protection Benifex Platform - including the Technology Scheme, Dental Plan, and the Bike Scheme Life assurance 6% employer pension contribution Countless training and advancement opportunities

The Company

About Stonbury

-Provides trusted leadership in water infrastructure solutions. -Delivers comprehensive services including design, construction, and maintenance of water networks and utilities. -Known for handling complex, large-scale projects with precision and reliability. -Manages and upgrades critical infrastructure such as treatment plants and environmental systems. -Builds a reputation for quality, emphasizing longevity and sustainability. -Serves a diverse range of clients including government, local authorities, and private sector firms.

Sector Specialisms

Water

Wastewater

Environment