Senior Mechanical Estimator

Senior Mechanical Estimator – Water Tier One Civil Engineering Contractor Remote position - covering North West region Are you an experienced Mechanical Estimator with a strong Water background, looking to develop your career within a high performing team? Then a role with this market leading Contractor could be for you. My client is a multi-billion International Civil Engineering Contractor delivering Water and Waste water Schemes on Capital Delivery Frameworks across the country. They are looking to add a Mechanical Estimator to their Team working across a number of high-profile frameworks. Duties: Reporting to the Lead Estimator, as a Mechanical Estimator you will join the current Natural Resources Shape & Win estimating team. * Responsible for reviewing the Project Content Documents (PCD) and proposed scope of works to assist in preparation of Bottom-up-estimates for the M&E elements of the schemes Top-Down review from cost curves and Schedules of rates to assist in negotiation of the proposed Target Price. * Take responsibility for the preparation of the estimate. * Develop estimates at all stages of project life cycle from feasibility and concept through to detailed design stage. * Lead on the development of estimating strategies and present to senior stakeholders both internal and external. * Working closely with in a bid team and be responsible for the preparation of the Mechanical Estimate for each project. * Preparation of the detailed scope from drawings, specifications and a PCD that details the outline scope. * Identify any errors/omissions from the scope within the PCD * Prepare abstract of material and sub-contract requirements for sourcing and pricing. * Technical and commercial appraisal of material and subcontractor quotations to ensure full coverage of the scope is priced. * Preparation of analytical estimates including the detailed appraisal of the M&E packages and attendances required. * In conjunction with the bid team, participate in the generation of value-engineered solutions/alternatives throughout the bid stage design process and report on the cost effects of such solutions. Key competencies: * Suitably qualified in mechanical installations with knowledge of Mechanical and civil engineering. * A minimum of 3 Years experience as an Estimator for a major contractor within the water sector * 5 years’ experience in the construction industry which should include Contract delivery of multi-million-pound multi discipline projects ideally in the water sector. * Experience of pricing small to large value new works or capital maintenance works on both waste and clean water projects would be an advantage. * Good communication skills * Must be commercially aware with a knowledge of various Forms of Contract. * Good technical understanding of Waste and Clean water process solutions including HV and ICA works. * Knowledge of CCS ‘Candy’ Estimating system would be an advantage albeit training will be given