Michael Taylor Search & Selection Ltd
Mechanical Estimator
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2 x Electrical Estimators & 2 x Mechanical Estimators
Salary: £65,000 - £80,000 + Travel Expenses to Site + Discretionary Bonus + Healthcare + Pension + Gym Membership & more!
Location: London, Full-time
Client: We are working on behalf of a specialist MEP contractor who have operated within the London market for more than 20+ years. With an annual turnover in excess of £40m, they specialise within the commercial, education and healthcare sectors; undertaking a mixture of new build, fit out and refurbishment projects. Boasting a robust balance sheet and an established client base, they have cemented themselves as a key MEP supplier for multiple London contractors. Typically, their projects are between £2m-£20m MEP value.
As a result of winning multiple projects, they’re now actively looking to recruit across their Estimating function. This is a great opportunity to join their growing team as work is being won and they’re growing at an amazing rate.
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The Role:
Working in the estimating department, the Electrical Estimator and Mechanical Estimator will be responsible for the handling of new tender enquiries, liaising with professional teams/principal contractors, mid/post bid tender interviews and leading the pricing of electrical services. They’re looking for both an Electrical Estimator & Mechanical Estimator who would keen on exploring a range of projects, sectors and work their way up with a company who offers long-term progression. You’ll have the direct ear of your manager and this role is where you can see the impact you’ll make within the business that will both encourage your growth and own management style.
Key Responsibilities:
- Organise site surveys, understanding survey requirements and submission method
- Attend tender interviews with client team and principal contractor
- Liaise with internal departments such as commercial, operations and design to gather key information for the tender enquiry
- Understand the employer’s requirement/tender documents and specification to despatch enquires to subcontractors, specialist subcontractors and suppliers.
- Assess suitability of subcontractor quotes and compliance with tender document, achieving best value at tender stage.
- Undertake take-offs of tender drawings and input data into estimation software
- Ensure all elements of tender are accounted for prior to the tender being submitted.
- Stipulate cost reports taking into consideration required mark-up.
- Upon tender success lead tender handover meeting with operations and commercial teams, providing ongoing assistance throughout the project duration.
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In return they offer:
- A healthy client base and excellent relationships
- A well-structured team to support you, consisting of Estimating, Design and Operational departments.
- Realistic opportunities to progress and grow within a business that is on an upward trajectory.
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