Mechanical Estimator - Manchester / Warrington Due to continued growth in our Water sector, we are recruiting for a Mechanical Estimator to join our United Utilities Capital Delivery Framework. This is a home-based role with occasional travel to project offices as required. Costain have won extensive work across the water sector this year to support the AMP 8 investment cycle. We have been appointed by United Utilities as one of 7 partners to deliver £3bn of projects in the Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8) between 2025 - 2030. Key Responsibilities Join the estimating project team taking responsibility for the preparation of the mechanical estimate Preparation of the detailed scope from drawings, specifications and a PCD that details the outline scope Identify any errors/omissions from the scope within the PCD Prepare abstract of material and sub-contract requirements for sourcing and pricing Technical and commercial appraisal of material and subcontractor quotations to ensure full coverage of the scope is priced Preparation of analytical estimates including the detailed appraisal of the Mechanical (& Electrical ideally) packages and attendances required Contribute to the identification of risk and pricing of risks throughout the bid Attend site visits ad hoc during tender period Contribute towards the preparation of the M&E "Tender Book" to collate and present the Mechanical estimate Prepare Top-Down-Estimate using the Framework agreed schedules of rates and Cost curves for benchmarking as part of the review process About You Degree level qualified / equivalent in a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering related discipline Preferably Chartered Previous experience working as a Mechanical Estimator for a major mechanical/electrical contractor in the water sector Experienced pricing medium to large value mechanical (& electrical ideally) engineering projects Familiar with Civil Engineering Method of Measurement Customer focused, open and honest, safe and environmentally aware, team player, accountable Excellent communication skills and a "can-do" approach at all times Must be commercially aware and a lateral thinker with a knowledge of various Forms of Contract Good technical understanding of Mechanical & Electrical Engineering and the ability to promote alternative solutions Numerate, accurate and self-checking Knowledge of CCS 'Candy' Estimating system would be an advantage albeit training will be given Full driving licence For the full job description, please contact careerscostain.com quoting the vacancy number About Costain At Costain, we help to improve people's lives by creating connected, sustainable infrastructure that enables people and the planet to thrive. We work together to shape, create, and deliver pioneering solutions that transform the performance of the UK's infrastructure ecosystem across energy, water, transportation and defence markets. Through our collaboration with customers, partners, communities, and wider industry we will deliver an infrastructure fit for a better future. Your application Should you require any adjustments to support you in your application, please do not hesitate to contact us: careerscostain.com We welcome all applicants regardless of age, race, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, socioeconomic background and physical or neurological disabilities. We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need for dynamic working. Such as, working part-time, remote working, or compressed hours. In return, we will explore what is possible. 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