Mechanical Estimator

Streamline Search Ltd.; Newcastle upon Tyne; Presencial; GBP 50 000 - 55 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

25 days holiday

Bank Holidays

Birthday off

Profit share scheme

Salary sacrifice pension

Death in service

Cycle to work scheme

Company events

Resumo da oferta

Streamline Search Ltd. seeks an experienced Mechanical Estimator to own the estimating process for tenders, analysing drawings, specs and contracts to identify requirements and risks.

The role involves detailed take-offs, building up rates for labour, plant and materials, and coordinating with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive quotes. You will liaise with clients and internal teams to ensure accurate, profitable tenders and support commercial management through valuations,

Qualificações

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Estimator within construction or building services.
• Strong mechanical background with ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience preparing detailed tenders, take-offs and build up rates.
• Strong commercial awareness with experience obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and meet strict deadlines.

Responsabilidades

• Manage the estimating process from initial enquiry through to tender submission.
• Analyse tender drawings, specifications and contract documentation to establish project requirements and commercial risks.
• Undertake detailed take-offs, prepare bills of quantities and build up rates for labour, plant and materials.
• Manage supply chain enquiries, obtaining and analysing competitive quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, designers and internal teams throughout the tendering process.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and value engineering to improve project value and profitability.
• Ensure cost planning and estimating accurately reflect project requirements and risk profile.
• Prepare and present completed tenders for Director approval and client submission.
• Support commercial management through valuations, variations, cost value analysis and final accounts.
• Identify and support the management of project risks and opportunities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with company procedures, QEMS and health and safety standards.

Conhecimentos

Mechanical background

Reading drawings

Tender preparation

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication

MS Office

Estimating software

Value engineering

Commercial awareness

Ferramentas

Estimating software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Mechanical Estimator
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 depending on experience (Plus car allowance)
Benefits: 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays + birthday off, profit share scheme, salary sacrifice pension, death in service, cycle to work scheme & company events

Our client is a well-established building services company delivering mechanical and facilities solutions across a range of sectors.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Mechanical Estimator to take ownership of the estimating process and play a key role in preparing accurate, competitive and profitable tenders.

• Manage the estimating process from initial enquiry through to tender submission.
• Analyse tender drawings, specifications and contract documentation to establish project requirements and commercial risks.
• Undertake detailed take-offs, prepare bills of quantities and build up rates for labour, plant and materials.
• Manage supply chain enquiries, obtaining and analysing competitive quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, designers and internal teams throughout the tendering process.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and value engineering to improve project value and profitability.
• Ensure cost planning and estimating accurately reflect project requirements and risk profile.
• Prepare and present completed tenders for Director approval and client submission.
• Support commercial management through valuations, variations, cost value analysis and final accounts.
• Identify and support the management of project risks and opportunities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with company procedures, QEMS and health and safety standards.
• Proven experience as a Mechanical Estimator within construction or building services.
• Strong mechanical background with the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience preparing detailed tenders, undertaking take-offs and building up rates.
• Strong commercial awareness with experience obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Good understanding of mechanical materials, products and installation requirements.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and work effectively to strict deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant estimating/commercial systems.
• Flexible, proactive and commercially minded approach.