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Summary: Join a leading structural steel fabricator to prepare detailed tenders, estimates, and manage project budgets, ensuring efficiency and strong client relationships. Highlights: 1. Opportunity to work on significant projects across the South Island 2. Focus on detailed estimating within the structural steel sector 3. Long-term career pathway in a supportive team environment **NOTE: THIS ROLE LISTED ELSEWHERE - PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY** About John Jones Steel As a privately owned New Zealand based business John Jones Steel brings more than 60 years of intergenerational experience to be one of the largest and most advanced Structural Steel fabricators in the country. John Jones Steel have bases in Christchurch and Timaru and we operate mainly in the South Island and have the ability to undertake projects of any magnitude. We have worked on some significant projects such as Otago School of Medicine, Parakiore Sports Complex Christchurch, Queenstown Gondola, Dunedin Outpatients to name a few. About You: We're looking for a candidate with at least 3 years of experience in estimating, ideally within the structural steel sector. You’ll have a solid understanding of construction drawings, engineering specifications, and manufacturing methods, along with proficiency in industry-standard estimating software such as Strumis or similar. A sharp eye for detail, strong numerical accuracy, communication skills and excellent time management skills are essential. Key Areas of this position: · Prepare detailed tenders/estimates and submissions · Review contract documentation, drawings, specifications, and tender documents · Estimate labour, plant and material requirements · Ensuring measurements are in line with industry standards · Developing tender documentation that is clear and detailed · Prepare budgets for projects · Analyse project post-mortems and efficiencies · Develop reports/requirements for purchasing/local procurement · Liaise with engineer, detailers, contract team and project managers to ensure constructability & efficiency · Maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors · Monitor and update cost databases and estimating tools · Supporting contract administration QS team About You * An understanding of the NZS3910 suite of contracts * Understanding of variation assessment and issuing instructions * Hold a relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering or Design * Can work in a small, supportive team and * Work with developed practices/processes * You're looking for a long-term career pathway - not just a job………. Applicants MUST currently reside in NZ and hold either Citizenship or Residency to be eligible - No Agencies Please
