Multi Utility Estimators

Due to continued expansion throughout the UK, Aptus Utilities requires Multi Utility Estimators to join our Business Development Team at our Head Office in Bolton or based in one of our regional offices in Yorkshire (Wakefield), North East (Gateshead) or Midlands (Burntwood).

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy team in a dynamic role. The ideal applicants will ideally have experience in a similar role, however as client relationships and customer service are paramount to this role, applicants with strong customer management experience such as business development or client management roles will be strongly considered.  Full training and guidance will be given for estimating and outline design activities.

An extremely exciting and rewarding role.

Job Title: Estimator                                                                       Reports to: Lead Estimator

Main Activities & Duties

1. Compile utility tender quotations for gas, water, electric, street lighting, fibre and vehicle charging for new domestic and Industrial/Commercial developments.
2. Produce gas, water and electric outline designs to the DNO/IDNO standards for the purpose of producing tender quotations (full training will be given for this activity)
3. Manage and nurture client relationships in keeping with the Aptus ethos
4. Liaise with clients, relevant industry professionals and other departments to produce industry leading and value engineered tender designs and submissions
5. Manage client expectations and close out contract awards
6. Negotiate with asset owners
7. Organise and attend pre and post contract client meetings when required
8. The role holder will carry out and manage all pre-contract activities for their allocated client base including providing support and guidance when required.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Strong commitment to customer service; a client first attitude
• Excellent communication skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Computer literate with good experience in working with Microsoft programs including Excel and Outlook
• Strong written and numeracy ability
• Strong commercial awareness
• A team player with the ability to work under pressure and to timescales

Working Conditions

This is a full time role working within a normal office environment. 40 hours per week.

Salary dependent on experience

To apply please send a copy of your CV and a covering letter to careers@aptusutilities.co.uk

Location:

Bolton-Aptus House, Units 19-20, Barrs Fold Road, Wingates Industrial estate, Bolton, BL5 3XP

Midlands-Unit 11 Smiths Close, Zone 3 Burntwood Business Park, Burntwood, Staffordshire, WS7 3FT

Yorkshire-Unit 2, New Court, Mildred Sylvester Way, Normanton, Wakefield, WF6 1TA

North East-Unit 16a, Follingsby Park, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE10 8YG