Mechanical Estimator

4 weeks ago

Swansea, United Kingdom Vibe Recruit Full time

Job Title:
- Mechanical Estimator- Contract Type:
- Permanent- Location:
- Swansea- Industry:
- Construction- Reference:
- HQ8882_1706546868- Contact Name:
- Naomi Gibbs-
- Job Published:
- 29 January 2024 Job Description

Vibe Recruit's client, situated in Swansea, is seeking a Mechanical Estimator to join their expanding organisation on a permanent contract. If you are an enthusiastic individual with a strong motivation to contribute to a company's positive reputation, please read on.

**Job Title - **Mechanical Estimator

**Salary & Benefits - **£50,000 - £55,000 per annum

**Contract Hours - **08:00 - 17:00 (42.5 hours) Mon-Fri

**Holiday allowance - **25 days + 8 bank holidays (total 33 days)

**Permanent/Temporary/Fixed Term - **Permanent/Full time

**Work Location - **Swansea

The position involves collaborating with the broader team to conduct estimates for projects valued up to £5,000,000.00, encompassing both traditional and Design & Build initiatives. Responsibilities will encompass tasks related to mechanical and public health systems.

Duties will include, but not limited to:

- Receive, log and create Estimates/Tenders from new enquiries
- Review and analysis of all relevant documentation
- Obtain supplier and subcontract quotations for all mechanical disciplines.
- Reviewing drawings specifications to determine cost estimates based on materials, labour costs, preliminary and overhead expenses, and profit margins
- Liaising with clients and other members of the team to answer questions about materials or design changes
- Identifying potential problems with materials or design that could affect costs or construction timeframes
- Forecasting labour costs by calculating the number of workers needed to complete the job based on their hourly rate and working hours per week
- Creating detailed estimates using computer software programs designed specifically for estimating construction costs

**Skills**:
You will require the following personal skills:

- A sound technical knowledge of all Mechanical systems i.e. LTHW, DWS, Gas, AGD, Ventilation, BMS, Ait Conditioning etc.
- Ability to work to deadlines
- Good numeracy
- Attention to detail
- A methodical approach to work
- Commercial awareness
- Teamworking, relationship-building and influencing skills
- Negotiation
- Excellent communication
- Organisation and time management
- Problem solving

Qualifications & Experience

A background in mechanical engineering and a minimum of 2 years experienced in an estimating capacity.

For more information, please contact Naomi on 07506 949615.

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