Our client, a well established Main Contractor, based in Glasgow has an excellent opportunity for a Trainee Estimator to join the commercial team. The role will be full time on a permanent contract, within a fast-paced environment and will be based at the Glasgow Head Office. Reporting directly to the Estimating Manager, the role will provide training, mentoring and career advancement.
Duties include:
Logging in tenders and allocating an enquiry number in line with QA procedures
Downloading and saving tender documentation
Inputting bills of quantities into estimating software (software training provided)
Preparation of take off’s to verify those quantities provided to us or alternatively, allow for our own quantities.
Managing our supply chain database
Issuing sub-contractor and supplier enquiries
Inputting quotes received into estimating software
Administering and saving returned quotations to the respective enquiry folder
Coordination of tender queries
Follow up telephone calls and emails to our supply chain
Updating and preparation of tender registers, reports and associated spreadsheets
Assist with the preparation of handover documents for successful tenders
Assist the Estimating Manager with their regular duties
Assist with the preparation and submission of tender returns including any portal upload
Assist with the preparation and submission of pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQ's)
General administrative duties
Requirements and skills:
Excellent administration skills and conversant in Microsoft Office
Attention to detail
An ability to work to strict deadlines and prioritise workload
An ability to work independently but also participate fully as a team member
Administrative experience in a similar environment
Experience of working within the construction industry
A positive, ‘can-do’ attitude
Polite, courteous and professional
We offer a competitive remuneration package, dependent upon experience, and an opportunity for career progression. We are only able to consider applications from candidates eligible to work in the UK and are current UK residents.
To apply call 0141 8811969