Mechanical Estimator

Mechanical Estimator - Essex

An Essex based Mechanical Contractor specialising in the Office, Education, Healthcare and Leisure sectors seek a Mechanical Estimator to work on projects with average values of 75k to 3 million.

Mechanical Estimator Duties will include:

• Receive, log and create Estimates/Tenders from new enquiries
• Review and analysis of all relevant documentation
• Obtain supplier and subcontract quotations for all mechanical disciplines.
• Reviewing drawings specifications to determine cost estimates based on materials, labour costs, preliminary and overhead expenses, and profit margins
• Liaising with clients and other members of the team to answer questions about materials or design changes
• Identifying potential problems with materials or design that could affect costs or construction timeframes
• Forecasting labour costs by calculating the number of workers needed to complete the job based on their hourly rate and working hours per week
• Creating detailed estimates using computer software programs designed specifically for estimating construction costs

Mechanical Estimator Skills, Qualifications & Experience

The candidate will require the following personal skills:

• A sound technical knowledge of Commercial Gas and HVAC systems
• Good numeracy
• Attention to detail
• A methodical approach to work
• Commercial awareness
• Teamworking, relationship-building and influencing skills
• Negotiation
• Excellent communication
• Organisation and time management
• Problem solving

Mechanical Estimator Experience

Applicants must be able to clearly demonstrate that they have the ability to fulfill the criteria outlined above and have atleast 2 years previous experience working in a siimilar role.

Mechanical Estimator Remuneration

This role carries an attractive package including a base salary of up to 70k plus a Car Allowance, Pension, Healthcare, Life Cover etc.

To be considered for this position please apply through this advert with a copy of your CV.