Our client is looking to expand their business and striving for business growth, they are looking to expand their estimating team by bringing in a Mechanical Estimator. The successful candidate would be responsible for overseeing estimates with project values ranging from £5 Million to £35 Million.
Main Duties
* 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.
Requirements
* 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.
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