Mechanical Estimator
🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 6 June 2025
LOCATION
Blackburn
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Associate
CATEGORY
Construction
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SKILLS
Estimating Software
Cost Planning
Excel
Drawing Analysis
Communication Skills
Problem-Solving
FULL DESCRIPTION
Summary
We are seeking a Mechanical Estimator to join our dynamic Work Winning team in a hybrid role based at our Blackburn Office. In this role, you will play a crucial part in winning new projects by preparing accurate prime cost estimates for the mechanical components of our bids.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Supporting the Estimating team with Mechanical bids and tenders
- Preparing and submitting prime cost estimates utilising Enterprise Estimating Software
- Liaising with internal and external engineers, consultants and subcontractors to construct and formulate estimates and resolve issues
- Analysing drawings, specifications and other documentation to prepare estimates.
- Identifying and provide alternative design proposals, solutions and value engineering options
- Establishing and maintaining tendering processes and conduct negotiations
- Preparing and maintaining a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors
- Supporting and encourage junior team members
- Monitoring targets and work flow
- Controlling and organising tender documentation
Core Requirements include:
- Experience working for a Mechanical & Electrical sub-contractor
- Proficient in using estimating software packages such as Trimble
- Experience in budget/cost planning
- Advanced skills in Excel
- Ability to analyse drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare estimates
- Experience in preparing and submitting prime cost estimates using Trimble Estimating Software
About the role
We are seeking a Mechanical Estimator to join our dynamic Work Winning team in a hybrid role based at our Blackburn Office. In this role, you will play a crucial part in winning new projects by preparing accurate prime cost estimates for the mechanical components of our bids.
Key responsibilities
- Supporting the Estimating team with Mechanical bids and tenders
- Preparing and submitting prime cost estimates utilising Enterprise Estimating Software
- Liaising with internal and external engineers, consultants and subcontractors to construct and formulate estimates and resolve issues
- Analysing drawings, specifications and other documentation to prepare estimates.
- Identifying and provide alternative design proposals, solutions and value engineering options
- Establishing and maintaining tendering processes and conduct negotiations
- Preparing and maintaining a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors
- Supporting and encourage junior team members
- Monitoring targets and work flow
- Controlling and organising tender documentation
- Tracking and reporting on analytics on a variety of campaigns, internal communications, and social media using varied reporting tools
- You will be responsible for all your own workload and for looking after the project you are on
- You will also be required to be making all of your own decisions and will be expected to show initiative
What you will need
Skills/Experience
- Experience working for a Mechanical & Electrical sub-contractor
- Proficient in using estimating software packages such as Trimble
- Experience in budget/cost planning
- Advanced skills in Excel
- Ability to analyse drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare estimates
- Experience in preparing and submitting prime cost estimates using Trimble Estimating Software
Knowledge and experience
- Excellent Problem-Solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot issues and provide timely resolutions.
- An inquisitive mind with attention to detail
- High attention to detail and analytical thinker
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with business stakeholders and external stakeholders.
- Self-Disciplined
- Good Oral and Written Communication Skills
- A high level of confidentiality, tact and diplomacy
- Confident manner, with ability to work to deadlines, whilst remaining focussed
- A full UK driving licence
Personal Qualities
- Good Oral and Written Communication Skills
- A high level of confidentiality, tact and diplomacy
- Confident manner, with ability to work to deadlines, whilst remaining focused
- A good level of attendance
- Full UK manual driving licence
Benefits
Competetive Salary (depending upon experience)
Contributory Company Pension Scheme
Non-contributory death-in-service insurance
33 Days Holiday including BH
Flexible working hours patterns
Onsite gym and wellbeing centre
EV charging points where possible
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