Senior Mechanical Estimator

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