Job Title: QS / Estimator
Department: Estimating & Pre-Contracts
Reports to: Senior Management

Role Overview:

The QS / Estimator is responsible for coordinating tender bids and pre-contract activities, including reviewing project documentation, preparing take-offs, and ensuring a smooth handover and presentation of tender bids to the team. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and acknowledge tender documents and amendments.

• Extract information for subcontract and material packages.

• Select appropriate subcontractors and material suppliers.

• Implement and ensure compliance with tendering processes.

• Input pricing documents into the estimating system and apply accurate cost rates.

• Respond to queries from subcontractors and suppliers.

• Liaise with the client team during the tender process and arrange meetings as needed.

• Identify opportunities for design alternatives and value engineering, consulting with the bid team.

• Evaluate and appraise subcontractor and supplier quotations.

• Price preliminaries in collaboration with management.

• Highlight any areas of concern or risk in cost proposals.

• Complete and submit Form of Tender and tender letters, incorporating any qualifications.

• Maintain accurate records of final tender information in the tender log.

• Prepare and hand over detailed information packages to the construction team upon successful bids.

• Participate in handover meetings to brief the team on tender bids.

• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and specifiers to enhance tender opportunities and margins.

• Attend post-tender negotiations with clients.

• Assist with cost planning and project debriefing, incorporating feedback for continuous improvement.

• Identify and manage project-related risks.

• Develop and maintain a strong supply chain network.

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Estimating or Quantity Surveying.

• Experience in a Medium Voltage (MV) / High Voltage (HV) organization is desirable.

• A Level 7 Degree (or higher) in a relevant field such as Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management.

• Strong project management and organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

• Excellent time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

This role requires flexibility, and additional tasks may arise beyond those listed above. Employees are expected to adapt to evolving responsibilities as needed.