Mechanical Estimator

Job Title: Mechanical Estimator (Permanent)

Location: Castleford, West Yorkshire (With Full Hybrid Working)

Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 + Packages (Listed Below)

Packages:

* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* A day's 'birthday leave' to be taken within your birthday month
* Opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday*
* Opportunity for hybrid working*
* Ability to participate in the Octopus EV salary sacrifice scheme*
* Ability to participate in the Cycle to Work Scheme*
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Healthshield cash plan with discounts on high street stores
* Free external financial advice - offering support for mortgages, pensions and insurances

Role Highlights:

* Fantastic benefits and packages
* Hybrid working set up with minimal travel to the office
* Great progression opportunity with a route to a senior role as the business grows
* Opportunity to work with modern and relevant brands

Key Requirements:

* Proven experience as a Mechanical Estimator in the M&E industry, with specific experience in Retail & Commercial fit-outs up to £1m
* Commercial knowledge and ability to negotiate terms with a range of parties
* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
* Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, construction methods, and materials.
* Proficiency in estimating software and tools.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Effective communication and negotiation skills.

Role Overview

As the Mechanical Estimator, you will play a crucial role in the pre-construction phase of their projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing competitive tenders in order to secure mechanical packages on commercial projects ranging in value from £50k - £1 million.

Duties

* Conduct thorough and detailed analysis of mechanical project requirements for Retail & Commercial fit-outs.
* Prepare accurate cost estimates for mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection, considering materials, labour, and equipment costs.
* Collaborate with the project management and engineering teams to gather essential project information.
* Prepare comprehensive and competitive bid proposals for submission to clients.
* Collaborate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive quotes and negotiate pricing.
* Ensure bid submissions are timely and comply with project specifications and requirements.
* Analyse and compare actual project costs with estimated costs to identify areas for improvement and cost-saving opportunities.
* Provide feedback to the project team for continuous improvement in estimating accuracy.
* Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors and subcontractors to ensure competitive pr