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Senior Estimator Competitive Salary + PackageLeeds, United KingdomResponsibilitiesAppraisal of tender documentsPreparation of material and sub-contract enquiries including selection of prospective subcontractorsAttending meetings with project teamSite visits to identify site specific risksContribute to the design development process and attend design team meetingsPreparation of analytical cost estimates including preliminariesPrepare budgets and cost plansAdjudication and comparison of sub-contractor quotationsInitiate technical queries and ensure design sufficiently developed to ensure accurate costingsRisk management throughout the tender period and preparation of the tender Risk RegisterValue engineering throughout the design phase of design and build projectsAttend pre-qualification, mid tender and post tender interviewsPresentation of the tender to senior management at tender settlement meetings including the highlighting major commercial issuesCompletion of tender documentation and submission of the tenderEnsure a smooth handover of the project to the site teamTraining and management of trainee estimatorsRequirements Several years' experience in an Estimating roleThe ability to read and understand drawings and specifications, process design and contractsUnderstanding of bills of materialsBe able to document and organise a complex stream of information and paperwork quickly and efficientlyExcellent attention to detailStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong presentation and negotiation skillsComputer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft packages, including Microsoft Project and CostX