Job Description
🌟 Senior Mechanical Estimator – Water Industry
📍 Warrington | Hybrid Working
💰 £75,000 – £80,000 + Benefits
Permanent | Major Infrastructure Projects
Are you a seasoned Mechanical Estimator looking for your next big opportunity? We're working on behalf of a leading contractor in the water sector, seeking a Senior Mechanical Estimator to join their high-performing team in Warrington.
This is a hybrid role, offering the flexibility to split your time between the office and working remotely, while playing a key part in multi-million-pound infrastructure projects.
Your Role:
As Senior Mechanical Estimator, you'll take a lead role in estimating and cost planning across high-value water infrastructure schemes. You’ll produce detailed estimates from both technical documentation and schedule benchmarks, contributing to competitive and accurate project pricing.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare bottom-up mechanical estimates from drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
* Conduct top-down benchmarking using cost curves and schedules of rates.
* Collaborate with the bid team to ensure full project scope coverage.
* Identify risks, omissions, and pricing variations.
* Review material and subcontractor quotations for scope and value.
* Lead the development of the “Tender Book” for presentation.
* Conduct site visits during tender phase.
What We’re Looking For:
* Formal qualifications in a Mechanical discipline.
* Previous estimating experience with a major contractor, ideally within the water sector.
* Familiarity with clean and wastewater projects (capital or maintenance).
* Strong technical knowledge and the ability to suggest alternative process options.
* Excellent numerical and analytical skills; CCS ‘Candy’ experience is a bonus.
* Commercially aware, collaborative and client-focused.
* Full UK driving licence.
Why Apply?
* Join a leading infrastructure contractor with a robust pipeline of work.
* Be part of shaping critical water industry projects.
* Work flexibly in a collaborative and supportive environment.
* Competitive salary and long-term career development.
Ready to take the next step?
* Apply now with your CV or reach out for a confidential chat to find out more.