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.
- Preparation of supplementary documents to assist with the bid process. This could be 3D visuals, specification booklets, mood boards, 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.
- Assist with the implementation of projects.
- Purchasing functions, as requested.
- Sales functions, as requested.
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes.
- Maintaining accuracy within the Company administration system both electronically and in hard copy.
- 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