Job Opportunity - Estimator

JOB DESCRIPTION – ESTIMATOR

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Analyse Architects drawings, shop drawings and surveys to prepare material take-offs, cost, time, and labour estimates.
• Review and comment on project documents, specifications etc.
• Prepare quantity take-offs for use in determining estimates and project budgets.
• Create a schedule of values for approved construction projects.
• Consult with clients, contractors and in-house staff to discuss and formulate estimates.
• Liaise with engineers, architects, contractors and subcontractors for adjustments to cost estimates.
• Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing and scheduling work.
• Prepare estimates for use in selecting subcontractors.
• Review material and labour requirements for the purpose of deciding the most cost-effective manner to perform the noted work, either by self-performing or subcontracting the work scope.
• Qualify and “level” subcontractor and supplier/vendor quotes, to assure proper coverage and scopes are identified and included in all estimates.
• Compile an estimating versus actual cost database, for use in ongoing pricing exercises, and to establish a bidding history and archive.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Must be fluent in Microsoft Office, Excel & LogiKal and have experience with MS Project.
• Knowledge of current glazing systems, glass and Architectural cladding systems

COMPETENCIES
• The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously is a must.

RELATIONSHIPS
• Work closely with the Purchasing Department

Job Opportunity - Purchasing Coordinator

We are currently recruiting for the following role: PURCHASING COORDINATOR

Key responsibilities include:

• Supply chain management

• Systems/Process design & development

• Reporting & Data entry

This position would suit someone whose skills include:

• Leaving Cert (or equivalent) required and a 3rd level qualification is desirable

• Experience in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word

• Understanding of ERP system essential, experience is desirable

• Experience of LogiKal desirable

The ideal candidate will have the following competenceis:

• Good communicator

• Teamwork and work on their own initiative

• Punctual, motivated and a good work ethic

This position has the following relationshipd within the organisation:

• Required to co-ordinate information with other departments, design, production, accounts and estimating

• Report to the Procurement Manager

• Supporting all departments on ERP system (Use & Reporting)

• Works closely with Project Planning department