Estimator — Mechanical Fire Protection Systems

Mitie Cleaning & Hygiene Services; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Virtual GP

Salary Finance

Flexible lifestyle benefits

Extra holidays (up to 5 days)

MiDeals discounts

Cycle to work

Life cover

Pension enhancements

Share matching plan

Mitie Stars rewards

Job summary

Mitie Group is seeking an experienced Estimator for Mechanical Systems within the Sales & Estimating Department. You will analyse blueprints and specifications to create installation proposals for mechanical fire protection systems across the UK & Europe.

The role requires reviewing tender documents, liaising with clients, and developing detailed proposals. Travel within the UK and overseas is expected, with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Technical knowledge of international fire protection standards (LPC, BS EN 12845, BS 9251, BS 5306, BS 9990, FM & NFPA).
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines amid changing priorities.
• Excellent numerical and analytical abilities; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documents and consultant specifications and drawings.
• Liaise with clients and attend meetings to discuss projects.
• Build and maintain relationships with existing and potential clients.
• Survey and gather information to inform estimates.
• Obtain project costs from suppliers.
• Use CAD to develop blueprints and preliminary designs for estimates.
• Use estimation software to develop fixed estimates.
• Prepare detailed proposal documents with deliverables.
• Monitor quotations and gather client feedback; assist in win/loss analysis.
• Coordinate with projects, commercial and design teams during handover when awarded.

Skills

Fire standards knowledge

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

IT skills

Customer engagement

Willingness to travel

Numerical skills

Willingness to learn

UK driving licence

DBS check

Tools

CAD software

In-house estimation software

MS Office

Job description

Mitie Group is seeking an experienced Estimator for Mechanical Systems within the Sales & Estimating Department. You will analyse blueprints and specifications to create installation proposals for mechanical fire protection systems across the UK & Europe.

The role requires reviewing tender documents, liaising with clients, and developing detailed proposals. Travel within the UK and overseas is expected, with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery.