Job Title: Senior Sales Estimator
Location: Ashford
Salary: Negotiable (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full time/permanent (Hybrid working available after agreed period of training/probation period)
We are looking for a Senior Sales Estimator to join our client based in Ashford. The successful candidate will play a key role in producing accurate, competitive cost estimates and supporting the commercial growth of the business by converting leads into profitable projects.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare detailed estimates, cost plans and tender submissions.
- Review drawings, specifications and subcontractor quotations to develop comprehensive bids.
- Develop and maintain Bills of Quantities, take-offs and pricing schedules.
- Work closely with the commercial and sales teams to scope opportunities, identify risks and propose value engineering options.
- Engage and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive pricing.
- Present estimates and commercial proposals to internal stakeholders and clients where required.
- Attend site visits to conduct surveys.
- Maintain and update estimating databases, templates and historical cost information.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating processes and bid strategy.
Essential skills and experience
- Proven estimating experience within the construction industry is essential
- Excellent numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Confident communicator with experience liaising with subcontractors, suppliers and project teams.
- Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines under pressure.
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