Job Description

ESSENTIAL PURPOSE:
To prepare net cost estimates, negotiate and Endeavour to procure an order.

SPECIFIC CONTROL AREAS

TAKE OFF
To prepare information from specifications and drawings etc for pricing

DESIGN - To prepare electrical designs from information provided by the client to enable an estimate to be prepared

COMPUTER INPUT - Input from take off sheets information required to prepare estimate from computerised programme.

TENDER SUMMARY - Create tender summary details including prelims etc for discussion with Estimating Manager and or Director(s).

MATERIALS - Prepare best buy material lists to assist engineer, highlighting areas of concern.

HAND-OVER - To discuss the project with the engineer, highlighting areas of concern.

MARKET UP-DATES - To be constantly aware of new methods, techniques and materials, ensuring the company are up to date with innovations and maintaining a competitive edge in the Marketplace.

SALES - To be pro-active in the creation of sales and marketing opportunities

NEGOTIATION - To negotiate tenders in conjunction with the Estimating Manager and or the Director(s)

CONTRIBUTION TO THE OVERALL PROFITABILITY OF THE COMPANY

It is the responsibility of all employees to carry out their duties in such a manner as to maximise the overall profitability of the Company and to reduce overheads.

GENERAL
• To work as a member of the team and assist other team members when necessary.
• To participate where appropriate to the training of staff in systems knowledge, ensuring all procedure manuals are kept up to date.
• To attend personal supervision and staff meetings, contributing to the overall efficiency and development of the department.
• To ensure and maintain personal safety of all staff by following health and safety procedures.
• To carry out additional duties during periods of sickness and holidays.
• To carry out additional duties as required.
• Flexible and confident in a fast track contracting environment.