Mechanical/Electrical Estimator

Enisca Browne; Ilkeston; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Enisca Browne, part of the Browne Group, seeks a Mechanical/Electrical Estimator to deliver cost estimates for UK water projects. The role supports governance, collaborates with internal teams and external supply chain partners, and requires thorough pricing and risk assessment. Based options include Ilkeston or Apsley with flexible discussion.

The candidate will need MEICA estimation experience or strong MECHANICAL/ICA background, be a team player, and willing to travel to sites as required.

Qualifications

• Experience in MEICA estimation within the UK water industry or similar sectors.
• Strong analytical and commercial acumen.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Team player with ability to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Produce cost estimates for multidisciplinary water non-infrastructure projects.
• Engage with supply chain for quotations and assessments.
• Ensure scopes are priced competently with risk assessment.
• Present estimates to governance and achieve acceptance.

Skills

MEICA estimation

UK water sector

Analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

MS Office

Estimating software

Project multitasking

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

We’re looking for a Mechanical/Electrical Estimator (individual skill set will be considered) to join our team and play a role in delivering robust, cost-effective solutions for our UK water industry clients. There is flexibility on where the successful candidate can be based, our main offices being Ilkeston and Apsley (Hertfordshire), but this can be discussed further in the application process and we welcome applications outside of these locations for this role.

Ideally you will have an understanding of Mechanical, Electrical and ICA. However, applicants who demonstrate either strong mechanical or electrical / ICA will still be considered.

As a MEICA Estimator, you’ll be responsible for producing cost estimates for multidisciplinary water non-infrastructure projects. You will engage with our supply chain with requests for quotations and undertakes review, assessment and recommendation for quotations received. You will ensure that scopes of work are priced competently and accurately with an assessment of risk also, you will participate in Project Governance presenting estimates prepared and achieving Governance acceptance. This role is central to supporting high-quality project delivery and involves close collaboration with internal teams and external supply chain partners.

About Enisca Browne

Enisca Browne part of the Browne Group is a leading utilities contractor specialising in the water and civil engineering sectors. Enisca Browne is a key part of the group’s end-to-end water and wastewater capabilities, delivering specialist expertise in non-infrastructure works across water and wastewater treatment and pumping facilities. We focus on what matters most within the boundary of treatment sites; power, process, mechanical / electrical /control plant and equipment and civil structures that keep critical assets performing at their best.

As the Group’s specialist in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation (MEICA), we provide fully integrated delivery from our own MCC panel manufacturing and automation to systems integration and commissioning. Our strength lies in technical depth, collaborative teams and a proven track record of safe, smart engineering that solves real-world challenge.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in MEICA estimation within the UK water industry or similar sectors
• Analytical and commercial acumen
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Team players
• Proficiency in MS office package and added experience if applicable in estimating software
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a tender environment
• Willingness and flexibility to travel to project sites as required by the role

Join us in shaping sustainable water solutions for communities across the UK. If you’re currently within or considering the water sector for your career, and are ready to contribute to and support our business development - we want to hear from you.