I am seeking an Estimating Assistant to join a well established building services contractor based in London. The Estimating Assistant supports the Estimating team in the preparation of accurate and competitive cost estimates for electrical and mechanical construction projects. The role holder will gather data, liaise with suppliers and subcontractors and assist in the compilation of tender submissions. The Estimating Assistant will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the estimating function and contribute to the successful tendering and winning of work.
Estimating Coordination:
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Assist in the preparation of cost estimates for labour, materials and equipment
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Review tender documentation and extract relevant information for pricing
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Issue enquiries and collate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors
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Maintain estimating databases, supplier records and cost libraries
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Support the preparation of tender submissions, including formatting and document control
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Attend site visits to help gather information about the project where necessary
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Attend internal handover meetings and assist in preparing project folders
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Liaise with internal departments to gather technical and commercial input
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Track and record tender outcomes and feedback for continuous improvement
SharePoint and Document Management:
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Manage the Estimating SharePoint system, ensuring user permissions are accurately configured and that each user has appropriate access
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Manage the printing and scanning of documentation as required, ensuring timely and accurate dissemination of information
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Download and log all received information, maintaining a comprehensive record of documentation
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Conduct QA checks on all deliverable documents prior to issue
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Assist in audits and certification processes
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Conduct daily status checks through the client's electronic document management system, ensuring that schedules are up to date and reflective of project progress
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Update and distribute technical and design information to the Estimators through the project electronic document management system, ensuring timely dissemination of critical project data
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Attend meetings to note discussions and distribute minutes
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Assist with booking meetings, meeting rooms and managing team diaries
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Assist with the printing, filing and archiving of documents
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Provide general administrative support to the Estimating team
Handling Sensitive or Confidential Documents:
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Manage highly confidential documents with discretion and secure access controls
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Take ownership of all NDA submissions and to follow these up to ensure timely and QA checked receipt
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Ensure NDA executions and return to supplier
This role would suit candidates from a document control background or those with estimating assistant/administration experience. If you have relevant experience and would like to learn more, please apply and I will be in touch if your profile is suitable
