Estimator/Contract Administrator

About the business

Here at Skill Tiling, we are passionate in delivering the highest level of service to our commercial clienteles. We provide numerous services that include tiling, water proofing, and stone bench top installations.  We are passionate about introducing new and innovative ways of working, professional development and continuous improvement.

Due to continued growth, Skill Tiling is looking for an experienced Estimator/Contract Administrator to assist us in our head office, which located in Clayton, who can hit the ground running. You will be working with a great team of people who are energetic and dedicated to improving efficiencies for the benefit of the company and its customers.

About the role

Estimating: 

• Take-off tiling and waterproofing work using estimating software.
• Liaise with suppliers and obtain budget pricing for tender submissions.

Procurement:

• Prepare trade letting schedule for all subcontractors and suppliers.
• Review and understand project material quantities and budgets.
• Review and understand tender quotations for all subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare and submit subcontractor and supplier comparisons for Project Managers and Directors approval.
• Review and check measure all material quantities and waste calculations to ensure accurate ordering from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare material purchase orders for suppliers and subcontractor agreements.
• Track material delivery progress for projects and organise staged deliveries as required. 

Negotiation:

• Let material orders on or under budget.
• Communicate on phone or in person to establish a relationship with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare and be prepared for supplier and builder meetings as required.

Project Management:

• Gain knowledge of subcontract conditions regarding scope of works, programme, extension of time, progress claim, variations and handover requirements and assist Project Managers and Directors as required.
• Manage suppliers and deliveries to ensure they are compliant with builder’s site requirements.
• Manage RFI’s and sample approvals.

Skills and Qualifications

• Qualification in construction, civil engineering and/or related discipline.
• Excellent Microsoft excel skills.
• Knowledge of construction techniques, building materials, standards and equipment.
• Understanding construction methodology and programming.
• Ability to read, analyse and interpret construction documents.
• Good work ethic, problem solving skills and time management of tasks.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Quick learner with desire to progress skills.

If you want to take the next step in your career and be apart of a growing company, then apply now!