Key Requirements: Third level qualification in Quantity Surveying 10+ years' experience in a similar role As a member of the Collen team, you have the opportunity to influence safety culture by demonstrating personal commitment, setting clear expectations, and effectively communicating safety policies.
By consistently modelling safe behaviour, prioritising safety above productivity, and ensuring that all workers are supported to receive proper training and resources, you can foster an environment where safety is ingrained in every aspect of the company's processes.
Encouraging open communication, recognising, and rewarding safe behaviour, to further reinforce the importance of safety.
By taking these steps, you can help create a culture where safety is a shared value and a top priority for all stakeholders involved in Collen projects.
Key Responsibilities: Reporting to the Chief Estimator, your key responsibilities will include: - Managing the tender bid from receipt of tender enquiry to submission of final bid Undertaking careful inspection of tender documents including bills of quantities, specifications, contract etc Working closely with the Estimating Team in the preparation of tender enquiries for issue to the market Working within the agreed procurement strategy Collating quotes for comparison and selection for inclusion in the priced tender Conducting risk identification, value management and cost control Meeting with key stakeholders and subcontractors throughout the tender period Developing standard prelim allowances for inclusion in the priced tender Working closely with the Bid and Contracts Managers and wider Operations Team to determine site logistics and prelim allowances Preparing budgets and cost plans in a similar manner to priced tenders Presenting the priced tender to the Pre-Construction Director at adjudication stage Preparing for pre and post tender meetings Maintaining awareness of the different building contracts in current use; and assessing the implications of health and safety regulations The ability to prepare tenders with little oversight while meeting strict deadlines.
Strong time management and communication skills are essential to this role, as well as computer literacy and the ability to prepare reports and administer the necessary paperwork.