Job Title: Senior Mechanical Estimator
Location: West London
Salary: £80,000 - £90,000
Overview: A highly skilled and experienced Senior Mechanical Estimator is needed to undertake a crucial role, demonstrating extensive knowledge in mechanical and electrical systems, general building, fitting out, estimating, pre-construction management, commercial management, contract and construction management, and technical services. Expertise in mechanical packages such as ventilation, air conditioning, and plumbing is essential.
Project Information:
* Project Values: £100k to £15m
* Sectors: Various, with a focus on Capital plant / infrastructure upgrades
Responsibilities:
* Prepare, settle, and submit tenders, ensuring a solid cost base and minimized risks in line with company procedures.
* Obtain multiple quotes to ensure accurate market costs and identify opportunities at the tender stage.
* Engage in negotiations with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers, maintaining strong professional relationships.
* Direct and liaise with staff in preconstruction and estimating phases, ensuring clear and concise tender handovers with transparent risks and opportunities.
* Assist in developing and implementing estimation software and a library of pre-construction information.
* Prepare tender settlement documents and assist with project costing and estimating efficiency.
* Implement client policies and procedures across various domains including HR, IT, health and safety, environmental issues, communications, and branding.
* Develop and manage a reliable supply chain and assist with the training and development of junior staff.
Key Duties:
* Comply with and develop client policies, including those covering tender review, estimating, procurement, tender settlement, and project completion.
* Prepare accurate cost estimates and present commercial aspects of the tender for internal approval.
* Review proposed contracts to ensure they are fair and identify any non-standard clauses.
* Support engineering and commercial teams in preparing subcontract and material enquiries.
Requirements:
* Proven experience in cost control and budget management within mechanical contracting.
* Strong knowledge and understanding of construction management principles.
* Familiarity with contract negotiation and administration.
* Ability to analyze project specifications and provide accurate estimates.
* Estimating Software: Estimation
* Number in Estimating Team: 2
Reporting to:
* Head of Estimating & Director of Projects
Company Information:
* Estimated Company Turnover: £50M - £60M
Work Environment:
* Working Hours: 08:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Weekdays
* Work from Home Policy: Generally not allowed, except for one-off approvals based on manager's discretion.
Benefits:
* Cycle to work scheme
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life insurance
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