Senior Estimator - Hoveringham
We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse and trusted range of concrete and clay building products used extensively within the construction sector, with instantly recognizable brands such as Thermalite blocks, London Brick, Ecostock, Cradley, Formpave and Jetfloor, Bison Precast.
Our product range comprises of clay bricks, Thermalite blocks, aggregate blocks, Red Bank chimney, roofing and flue systems, precast concrete and flooring products and Formpave permeable paving.
Forterra represents exactly what we do and have always done. Our purpose is to manufacture products that are the essential to the nation’s construction sector, helping our customers build with ease and confidence. Moreover, we continue to lead our industry in terms of standards and safety.
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Hoveringham team in the position of Senior Estimator.
This position is to produce quotations and generate orders for our range of flooring units and related products and will include supervision and instruction of Trainee Estimator(s) as required.
Your duties would include but not limited to the following:
- QUOTATIONS – Timely and accurate production of quotations in line with customers’ requirements for Jetfloor, beam & block, hollowcore & stair products
- TECHNICAL - To prepare scheme proposals back to the customer to provide design value engineering
- COST MANAGEMENT – To understand & work to set pricing parameters
- INFORMATION – To have the ability to handle variety of drawing formats for quotation production
- LIAISON – Have a strong telephone manner to contact & discuss external parties when establishing quotation requirements to resolve quotation & technical queries. To also liaise with internal Contracts/ Production/Drawing teams to agree customer requirements & any non-standard details.
- MANAGEMENT – Instruction and supervision of Trainee Estimator(s).
- CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT – Contribute to improvements in business processes and procedures.
About You:
- Estimating Experience
- Working knowledge of the Precast Concrete Industry
- Ability to read & interpret construction drawings correctly
- Advanced experience of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Excellent organisational skills with strong time management
- Good team player
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Confident and outgoing personality
Education / Qualification:
- GCSE’s (or equivalent) Grade C or above in Maths and English
What We Can Offer You:
- Competitive Salary and Benefits package
- Life Assurance and Company Pension Scheme up to 10% employer contribution
- Generous holiday allowance
- Gym benefit and Cycle 2 Work Scheme
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme for self and family members
- Company Annual Bonus Scheme
- Sharesave Scheme eligibility
- Personal development and opportunities for progression
Other details
- Pay Type Salary
- Forterra - Hoveringham (Bison Precast), Thurgarton Lane, Hoveringham, Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom