Key Responsibilities
- Produce tenders and quotations for various specialist works including concrete repairs, cathodic protection, resin injection, concrete spraying, hydro demolition, waterproofing, plate bonding, and coatings.
- Maintain and update the CRM database, allocate tender numbers, and distribute tender documentation.
- Conduct tender risk assessments and manage associated procedures.
- Prepare subcontract and material enquiries and analyse quotations.
- Undertake site visits to gather measurements, photographs, and evaluate constraints.
- Extract take-offs from drawings and compile defect schedules.
- Estimate labour requirements and develop programmes using MS Project.
- Collaborate with Contracts, Project and Site Managers, Engineers, Commercial, Estimating, and Marketing teams.
- Attend pre-contract meetings and support quality bid submissions.
- Review contract clauses and raise concerns as necessary.
- Support contract reviews and assist with negotiations upon order receipt.
- Prepare budget estimates and contribute to sustainability and health & safety initiatives.
- Maintain professionalism, integrity, and a high standard of quality in all tasks.
- Carry out any other reasonable duties as required.
Skills & Experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experienced with Microsoft Project.
- Solid understanding of NEC 3 & 4 / JCT construction contract forms.
- Knowledge of construction techniques, materials, market trends, and tendering procedures.
- Familiarity with measurement methods such as CRAMM and Highways.
- Strong commercial awareness, financial insight, and analytical ability.
- Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in a similar estimating role within the construction industry.
- Relevant degree or higher-level qualification.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Internal training in cathodic protection and introduction to temporary works is desirable.
Offering
- Full-time, permanent position based in Falkirk
- Standard working hours
- Competitive salary
- Holiday entitlement and pension scheme
- Additional benefits and training opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Career development and contribution to innovative, sustainable projects