Mechanical Estimator
Cityscape Recruitment
- Essex
- £65,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- develop new business opportunities and client relationships.
- Produce accurate estimates that are detailed and inputted into the estimating software currently in use.
- Work as part of a team whilst at the same time work unsupervised, prioritising workload through effective communication with all the estimating team.
- Technically and commercially appraise all mechanical quotations on receipt.
- Work closely with the Buying Department and the respective operations teams at the tender stage, handover and throughout the planning stages of each successful project.
- Participate in the design development to assess the buildability, materials, innovation and cost-effectiveness of proposals.
- Provide high-level pricing information early in the Tender for optioneering and budgeting exercises to ensure the most cost-effective solution is offered.
- Prepare schedules for the Tender, using feedback from successful contracts and collaborating with other functions.
- Participate in the preparation of a procurement plan with the central/regional buyers to agree suppliers & sub-contractors, terms & conditions and discount levels
- Prepare enquiries and obtain competitive quotations for mechanical engineering resources, particularly materials and sub-contractors. Obtain completed construction and design questionnaires where appropriate.
- Technically competent with a good understanding of mechanical and electrical installation methods and pricing
- Must have minimum 2 years Mechanical Estimating experience, preferably with experience working on projects worth over £10M or more
- Experience on large residential projects
- Strong mathematical and IT skills
- Microsoft Office
- Up to £65,000 P/A (DOE)
- Hybrid working
- Pension scheme 5%
- Discretionary bonus
- Life Assurance