Apprentice Estimator - Business Administration

Project Analysis - Reviewing Structural drawings, project specifications, and Tender documents to determine suitability to tender Quantity Take-offs - Take off quantities of steel from structural engineers drawings, estimating connections allowance and any bought out items associated with project Fabrication Times - Estimate fabrication times for each component to provide a summary estimated for fabrication hours per tonne Erection/Installation - Estimate erection duration including craneage and access plant required for the project Supplier Liaison - Obtaining quotes from suppliers and subcontractors ensuring competitive pricing, including transport and bought out items Cost Estimation - Preparing summary cost estimates covering materials, fabrication, painting, transportation and installation Risk Assessment - Identifying potential risks, such as material fluctuations, design complexities or installation complexities, impacting costs Bid Preparation - Compiling and submitting tender quotations often under tight deadlines Client Interaction - Working closely with Client Bid managers and Estimators to clarify project details, answering queries and offering value engineering where applicable

Training:

You will work towards a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship.

You'll be based solely in the workplace 5 days a week, and a college tutor will come and visit you once a month. When the college tutor comes to visit you, you will have teaching sessions, observations and preparations for your end point assessment. 

Training Outcome:

Possibility of payment and employment, and going on to complete further qualifications.

Employer Description:
Philadelphia Structures are a manufacturer of metal structures and parts of structures, running for over 20 years.

Working Hours :
Monday to Thursday 7:30am-4pm. Friday 7:30am-12:30pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Analytical skills,Team working