Trainee Estimator
Rench Farm, Drumclog
Role and responsibilities:
- Review Tenders /Client information
- Attend site meetings as required
- Produce take-off and collate quotes for materials and from sub-contractors.
- Liaise with Operational team to develop methodology
- Develop cost estimate for individual scheme
- Ensure all tender returns meet the client’s requirements
- Ensure that all estimates produced have been reviewed and checked
- Assist with reviewing awarded contracts commercial performance against forecasted at estimating stage
- Ensure the company is fully aware of the risk and opportunities involved in each tender
- Liaise and communicate between QTS and the potential client during the tender and pre award periods, including attendance at meetings and technical queries
- Ensure a commitment to comply with requirements and continual improvement of the effectiveness of the Quality, Health & safety and Environmental Management System
- Uphold all Company policies
- Compliance with QTS procedures
- Assist in any other aspect of the Company where required
Skills required:
- HNC/HND in quantity surveying or civil engineering or willingness to undertake training (desirable)
- Interest in construction and a desire to pursue a career in estimating
- Good numeracy and analytical skills
- Competent in Microsoft Excel
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Full Clean UK Driving Licence
Working at QTS
What we offer
Competitive Salary
Company Pension
Excellent training and development
Flexible working arrangements
Employee Discount Schemes
Employee health assistance scheme
25 holidays per year plus bank holidays
Dog friendly office
QTS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identify or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.
