Mechanical Estimator

A privately ran Building Services contractor that installs and designs Electrical and Mechanical services across a variety of commercial and industrial sectors are looking for an Mechanical Estimator. Duties and Responsibilities of an Mechanical Estimator: * Organise received tender documentation, thoroughly read and understand specification, schedules, drawings, and related documents. * Identifies any issues or concerns and utilises RFI process to gain better understanding of the ask. * Compile accurate take off from the drawings, either by hand or with our Bluebeam software. Pull together sub-contractor packages and go out to supply chain for quotations. * Resolves discrepancies by collecting and analysing returned information. Engages directly with Client, Team or Sub-contractor as necessary. * Presents prepared estimates by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information. * Prepares special reports by collecting, analysing, and summarising information and trends. * Maintains cost data base by entering and backing up data. * Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications. * Support the business in anyway necessary as appropriate when requested by Directors or Management. Requirements of an Mechanical Estimator: * You would have previous experience working for a Contractor as a Mechanical Estimator, Mechanical Design Estimator or Mechanical Project Engineer * Excellent interpersonal and customer-facing skills; * Good administration & timekeeping * Logical, practical approach * Have good oral and written communication skills; * Enjoy a fast paced, busy environment * Be able to analyse and solve problems/challenges * Be able to work accurately, with good attention to detail and take pride in your output. * Be able to use databases, spreadsheets, word processing and excel. * Excellent numeracy skills The successful Mechanical Estimator will be rewarded with: * A competitive salary based on experience of £48,000 - 55,000 plus package. * 25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays. * Pension