Our Client is currently seeking an Estimator to join them on an initial 12 month contract basis.
This role will predominantly be working from home but may require site or office visits as/when required (the location set for the job ad is based on a central area, not where you’ll be required to travel as this is predominantly home based).
Ideally, you’ll have a background within the Water industry. You might be a Mechanical Estimator, a Senior Estimator or an Electrical Estimator, you’ll have knowledge spanning both mechanical and electrical disciplines. In terms of qualifications, you’ll have a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. Chartership not essential though would be preferred.
Previous experience working on clean or wastewater projects and pricing medium to large scaled projects would be highly beneficial. As part of your role, you will be 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 along with a Top-Down review from cost curves and Schedules of rates to assist in negotiation of the proposed Target Price.
Project sizes will vary from £5 million up to £100 million in value and it’s likely you will work on projects covering multiple UK Water frameworks.
Knowledge of CCS ‘Candy’ Estimating system would be an advantage but isn’t essential.
Here is a snapshot of what you can expect day-to-day:
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Preparation of the mechanical estimates
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Preparation of the detailed scope from drawings, specifications and a PCD that details the outline scope
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Identify any errors/omissions from the scope within the PCD
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Prepare abstract of material and sub-contract requirements for sourcing and pricing.
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Technical and commercial appraisal of material and subcontractor quotations to ensure full coverage of the scope is priced.
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Preparation of analytical estimates including the detailed appraisal of the Mechanical (& Electrical ideally) packages and attendances required.
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Contribute to the identification of risk and pricing of risks throughout the bid.
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Attend site visits ad hoc during tender period.
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Contribute towards the preparation of the M&E “Tender Book” to collate and present the Mechanical estimate.
As there may be travel required with this role (on occasion), you will need a driving license and access to a vehicle.
We welcome applicants who wish to work both inside and outside IR35. An individual assesment will be carried out.
Please get in touch for more information. Only those with proof of right to work in the UK can be considered for this role