Estimating Manager

Overview

MJM Marine is seeking to recruit an Estimating Manager who will manage all aspects of price build-up on projects and will manage the employees of the Company’s estimating department. The location is office based in Newry, Co. Down with occasional travel to sites and other group offices commensurate with the requirements of the role.

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic leader to optimise the departments functionality and inspire high-performing teams in a fast-paced, expanding company.

The duties include:

• Prepares tender returns and estimates
• Oversees the preparation of tender returns by other members of the department
• Undertakes take off and measurements
• Undertakes subcontractor and supplier pricing analysis
• Prepares tender packages for suppliers and subcontractors
• Undertakes on-site surveys and prepares scopes of work
• Presents opportunities and risk registers as part of the tender settlement process
• Liaises with subcontractors and suppliers to maximise instances of tender success
• Undertakes subcontractor analysis
• Presents opportunities and risk registers as part of the tender settlement process
• Actively supports the development of others through shared knowledge
• Actively supports the development of others through shared knowledge
• Manages people aspects for direct and indirect reports within the team (e.g. PDRs, skills gap analysis etc..)

The following skills/ qualifications are essential:

• Ability to use Conquest estimating software
• At least 5 years experience in a fit-out, marine or construction sector with line Manager experience and significant experience in take-off, cost planning,
  subcontractor and supplier procurement and risk identification.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders at any one time
• Microsoft Office 365 – ability to use Word, PowerPoint, Excel
• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle
• The ability to communicate professionally and coherently
• The ability to understand, speak and write fluent English
• The ability work as part of a team

It would be desirable but not essential if the candidate had professional membership of a recognised industry body (e.g. RICS, CIOB, ICES, ICE)

Other Information:

Applicants will be expected to provide written evidence of their right to work in the UK. MJM Marine is the recipient of a Gold Investors in People award and a Bronze Diversity Mark. Our culture ensures a working environment that enables personal growth and development.