Estimator (Mechanical & Electrical)

YTL UK; Bath; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an M&E Estimator to join their dynamic Estimating team. In this role, you will prepare mechanical and electrical estimates based on BIM models and 2D drawings, ensuring accuracy and compliance. You will collaborate with various teams and external partners, fostering strong relationships to drive project success. The company offers a supportive environment with ample opportunities for career progression and professional development. If you have a passion for engineering and a desire to contribute to impactful projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Total pension contributions up to 20%

Career progression opportunities

25 days' holiday rising to 28

Opportunity to buy/sell holiday days

Healthcare package

Life assurance up to eight times salary

Electric car scheme

Cashback and discounts from retailers

Paid volunteering day

Enhanced family leave arrangements

Qualifications

• Significant experience in mechanical and electrical engineering is essential.
• Ability to prepare M&E estimates and analyse engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare M&E estimates from BIM models and 2D drawings.
• Liaise with teams and negotiate with the supply chain.

Skills

Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Experience

Estimate Preparation

Analysing Engineering Drawings

Negotiation Skills

Excellent Computer Skills

Education

Relevant Engineering Degree

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Due to increasing workload within YTL Construction (Infrastructure), we have an exciting opportunity for an M&E Estimator to work as part of the Estimating team.

You will deliver M&E estimates for in-house teams and provide assurance and governance to schemes delivered with our external partners.

What you'll do

You will prepare mechanical and electrical estimates through the interpretation of BIM models, 2D drawings, and specifications, as well as review tender enquiry documents, drawings, and schedules. Information will also be gathered from site visits and meetings.

You will also record, measure, and prepare take-off quantities from tender drawings and liaise with sales and contracting teams, as well as purchasing and lead the negotiation with our supply chain.

You will work with our Commercial teams, and be involved in negotiating variations, applications and final accounts with our external construction partners. Creating strong relationships with our Designers, Project Managers, client teams and suppliers.

What you'll need

You will have significant mechanical and electrical engineering experience. You will be able to prepare M&E engineering estimates, analyse engineering drawings, and prepare sub-contractor and supplier enquiries and contract documents.

Water and Wastewater experience is highly desirable, but we would be interested to hear from candidates who work in similar industries, such as Food Manufacturing, Process, Oil or Gas.

You must have excellent computer skills, with extensive knowledge of the Microsoft suite of programs, and have a Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.

What you'll receive

• Total pension contributions up to 20%.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
• The opportunity to buy up to ten days' holiday and sell up to five every year.
• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
• A new electric car in exchange for part of your gross salary, subject to conditions.
• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
• One paid volunteering day each year.
• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
• An interactive health and wellbeing platform.
• Support from mental health first aiders.
• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone to work for us.

Who we are

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:

• Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West.
• YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350 acre former airfield into an award winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community.
• YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors.
• YTL Arena – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 19,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space.
• Plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.

Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.

We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.