M&E Estimator

Position: M&E Estimator (Permanent)
Location: New Forest

We’re currently recruiting for two Estimators (Mechanical or Electrical bias) to join a growing Estimating & Proposals team, based out of a Southampton Head Office.

This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in Mechanical or Electrical estimating, or for candidates currently working in M&E Project Management / Contracts Management who have had exposure to bid work and are looking to move into a dedicated estimating role.

You’ll be responsible for producing accurate and competitive cost estimates, along with the technical and commercial submission documentation, across a wide range of M&E engineering projects in the UK and overseas.

The Role

Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

* Preparing multi-discipline proposals across the process, water & waste sector, as well as the energy sector

* Managing your own workload within a small team, working to deadline-driven priorities

* Reviewing and fully understanding client specifications, drawings and submission requirements

* Compiling and collating documentation, schedules, data sheets and supporting information for formal submissions

* Establishing preliminary and detailed project requirements, including programmes and value engineering solutions

* Liaising with in-house M&E design teams as required

* Coordinating with suppliers, specialist subcontractors and internal resources

* Producing material, labour, plant and subcontractor cost analysis spreadsheets

* Preparing preliminary programmes

* Attending internal and external progress / review meetings

* Attending site visits and client meetings when required

* Considering site safety, health and environmental requirements throughout bid submissions

Skills & Experience

To be considered, you will ideally have:

* Knowledge of contract conditions, particularly the NEC suite of contracts

* Strong IT literacy including MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and MS Project

* A confident and organised approach, able to work under pressure and meet short deadlines

Qualifications / Background

* HNC/HND/BEng in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)

* Previous experience in estimating, project management or design

* Water industry experience (advantageous but not essential)