Estimator/Small Contracts Supervisor

Aotea Electric Northland is a well-established electrical services and contracting company experiencing substantial growth. We offer diverse experience in a growing company, that takes pride in providing excellent customer service and uses modern technology and systems. We are part of the nationwide Aotea Group, also servicing national companies located throughout Northland.

This role would suit a person already experienced as an Estimator or Site Supervisor/Foreman keen to advance their career. This position will follow up leads and new business opportunities, price and manage delivery of our minor projects under $50k, and assist the Contracts Manager with tendering when required. You will work closely with the Service Dept Supervisor and provide back-up when required. Reports to the Managing Director.

Responsibilities Include

• Identifying new opportunities and securing new customers
• Prepare quotes/ estimates for small contracts
• Managing contracts and quoted jobs with target setting and reviews
• Manage all variations and progress claims (where applicable) for contracts
• Compliance with company policies and procedures including Health & Safety
• At times pick up the tools or give a hand on-site
• Effective material purchasing based on actual requirements
• Liaising with main contractor and customer representatives
• Maintaining and enhancing customer relationships
• Working alongside admin staff to ensure the Job Management System is current and accurate
• Promote and represent the company in a positive and professional manner.

The Successful Applicant Will Have

• Effective communication and ability to build relationships and networks
• Be detailed and accurate
• Understand and read plans, Use software to assist
• Ability to work to deadline, be self-driven
• Take tasks from beginning to end
• Be a Team player.

Applicants need to be currently residing in NZ with the legal right to live and work in NZ. A full NZ driver’s licence and current NZ electrical registration and NZ Practising licence are must-haves.

All communications will be treated as confidential.