Estimator

pThroughout OCU Group has been experiencing a sustained period of growth and expansion Due to this and our continued work winning success we currently have an opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join our officebased team in Borehamwood to support the preconstruction phase of projects by providing accurate and comprehensive cost estimates ensuring projects are financially viable competitive and aligned with client expectationsppYou will be working closely with project managers engineers and other stakeholders You will analyse bid specifications drawings and project documents to develop a thorough understanding of project requirements This will involve conducting detailed quantity takeoffs from engineering drawings to determine the quantities of materials labour and equipment needed for each project and preparing estimates from first principlesppstrongDuties and ResponsibilitiesstrongpulliPreparation of estimates from First Principles using Causeway Estimating software and the Microsoft Office SuiteliliEvaluate bid specifications drawings and other project documents to develop a comprehensive understanding of project requirements and identify potential risks or opportunitiesliliPerform quantity takeoffs from architectural and engineering drawings to determine required quantities of materials labour and equipmentliliCollaborate with subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing for materials and services ensuring costeffective and timely deliveryliliConduct cost analysis of alternative materials methods and design changes providing recommendations to optimize project costs while maintaining quality standardsliliIdentify potential risks and uncertainties associated with construction projects propose mitigation strategies and communicate findings to relevant partiesliliPrepare and maintain accurate documentation of estimating activities including records of assumptions methodologies and pricing sourcesliliWork closely with project managers engineers and other stakeholders to clarify project requirements resolve issues and ensure alignment between estimated costs and project scopeliululliAttend tenderstage site visits to gather additional information which may affect the bid and highlight any specific challenges to be overcome in order to provide a competitive offerliulpstrongSkills and ExperiencestrongpulliDegree or HND qualified in Quantity Surveying Construction Management or a related field is preferred Equivalent work experience will also be consideredliliDemonstrable experience as an Estimator in the construction industry with a strong background in estimating Power ElectricalsRenewable projects being essential Working knowledge of NEC NEC FIDIC contracts desirableliliProficiency in construction estimating software and advanced Microsoft Excel skillsliliStrong analytical and problemsolving abilities with attention to detail and the ability to interpret complex project specifications and drawingsliliExcellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholdersliliDemonstrated ability to prioritize tasks manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fastpaced environmentliliAbility to work effectively in a team environment fostering collaboration and building positive relationships with colleagues and project stakeholdersliliDriving License EssentialliulpstrongCompany InformationstrongppEstablished in OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK with a long successful track record in delivering customerfocused civil engineering solutionsppWorking directly with many of the countrys leading bluechip power water telecoms and rail clients we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing teamppWe pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environmentppWe believe that being successful is a choiceppWe choose to be successfulppWe are OCU One Company UnitedppstrongWe celebrate difference and appreciate diverse backgrounds We encourage everyone who join us to be themselves at work and create inclusive teams in our workplacestrongp