Estimator

London

permanent

Competitive Salary

THE COMPANY

We are proud to be working alongside Lyndon SGB, the UK's largest scaffolding and access solutions provider.

Working on some of the country's most exciting, cutting-edge construction and infrastructure projects, Lyndon SGB are proud to be playing part in 'Building Britain' whilst working collaboratively with the best main contractors in the sector.

JOB PURPOSE

As an Estimator for the London Branch you will be required to provide estimates and secure orders by providing market competitive solutions to meet customer requirements in compliance with company procedures.

KEY RESULT AREAS

Provision of accurate estimates with practical and workable solutions, maximising the probability of obtaining targeted contracts
Identification and conversion of new opportunities
Building and maintaining key relationships with customers, providing high levels of customer service
Compliance with Company policies and procedures

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Ensure familiarisation with products and designing of scaffold structures
Undertake training provided to obtain the appropriate competence level
Seek direction or advice from experienced colleagues as required
Produce creative and competitive solutions to customer requirements, ensuring estimates are accurate and comply with company requirements and procedures.
Identify and target new opportunities
Contact customers to follow up tenders submitted
Assist line manager in monitoring and reporting on market pricing and competitor activity
Evaluate reasons for lost bids and report as required
Ensure customer requirements are met and where possible exceeded
Attend negotiations and pre-contract handover meetings
Prepare and deliver high standard presentations to customers as required
Liaise with the design and operations teams on technical and operational requirements. Provide briefings to the operations team, and any information required once the job has commenced
Provide information and reports for management teams as required
Provide feedback from customers and the marketplace
Adhere to Company’s policies and procedures
Ensure that all estimating related administrative tasks are carried out efficiently
Support and promote a team culture and company values

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: Responsible to the Branch Manager. Liaising closely with colleagues in the administration, design, operations, and sales teams.

External: Key customer contacts

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Knowledge of scaffolding and site practice (advantageous)
Appreciation of the design process with the ability to understand engineering plans
IT literate
Self discipline and a strong commitment to quality and procedures
Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships
Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Estimator

THE COMPANY

JOB PURPOSE

KEY RESULT AREAS

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

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