Senior Estimator

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Jacobs Engineering Group Inc., Wokingham

Posted 2 weeks ago, 17 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: eb8a60e560cb45e18fe14f4736554307

Utilise and understand all methodology's of estimating from "Capacity/Equipment Factored, SF or m2 Factoring, Parametric Modelling, Judgment or Analogical "to" Detailed unit cost with detailed take-off.

Prepare, compile and co-ordinate the development of the estimate, ensuring all required estimating documentation is completed and issued to the capture manager in line with the bid schedule.

Read and interpret ITT documentation in full, raise any TQ's or RFI's where information is believed to be missing or unclear.

Prepare discipline by discipline quantity take-offs (Mechanical, E&I, Civils, Structural, Building Works) involving where applicable the preparation of RFQ packages from drawings and specifications.

Work with subcontractors and suppliers to prepare and distribute subcontractor & materials RFQ packages for work within project scope but not performed internally, including defining the scope of work, providing drawings, specifications and required documentation.

Complete detailed cost calculations including indirect, direct labour, material, rentals, subcontracts, and equipment. Gather, analyse, input and compile information for negotiated work. Utilising and understand personnel rate cards.

Ensure that the governance process is followed and the accurate submission of documentation for tender approval. Uphold documentation security requirements and manage documentation distribution in line with security restrictions.

Moderate/ extensive experience in an estimating or related role, preferably in an industrial construction environment.

Understand and apply estimating norms, factors and allowances to project cost components and the full project life cycle and its components of cost.

Ability to work to, develop and implement project WBS and CBS coding at all levels within the estimate.

Work closely with the Planning and Scheduling lead, Commercial Lead, Sales Lead and Capture manager to ensure all commercial tender requirements are completed in a timely manor prior to bid submission.

Have good presentation skills and experience of presenting bids to internally for review

Extensive knowledge and ability to use all MS Office packaged, Especially Excel and Word.

Degree, diploma, or certificate in engineering or related discipline from an accredited post-secondary institution; technical training in project management, drafting and engineering design, trade certificates, and/or field experience are definite assets.

NEC3/4 Contract suite implementation. Experienced in the production of fixed price, target cost and reimbursable estimates.

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