Mep Estimating Manager

Are you looking for an inspiring new role? A job you can feel passionate about, which sparks your creativity and challenges you in the best way possible?

Have you previously worked as a Mechanical biased Estimator?

If this description fits you like the proverbial glove, read on....

**Job Profile**:We are now looking for an experienced Mechanical Estimator. If you’ve got drive, enthusiasm, personality, an enquiring mind, plus proven experience in a similar role, then we’re listening

This role is key to the company’s future development and success in delivering a continuous flow of new business and identifying future opportunities in both competitive tendering and design & build projects. This role will suit a Mechanical biased Estimatorwith the experience and knowledge to manage and oversee the M&E estimating department.

**_Key Responsibilities:_**
- This is a hands-on role with a responsibility to produce Mechanical Electrical tenders.
- Producing Detail Tender Bid's
- Producing Bill of Quantities
- Producing Technical documents in support of Tender Bid's
- Completion & Evaluation of JCT & NEC Tender contract documents
- Production of tender packs to flow down to sub-contractor's
- Management of JCT & NEC contracts throughout the project lifetime along-side the Project Manager for the project
- Manage and respond to tender enquiries
- Review enquiries and prepare take-offs from drawings
- Liaise with suppliers to obtain quote
- The role requires a solid understanding of Mechanical & Electrical estimating and previous experience in the construction industry, ideally as an estimator in a similar role.
- Established background in Estimating, Quantity Surveying, Project & Bid Management
- Understand and interpret detailed Technical Works Scope documentation Identify, quantify and mitigate areas of commercial risk
- The ability to plan workload for themselves with others to ensure delivery to client deadlines
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the internal and external clients
- Ideally you would have a working knowledge of NEC contracts.
- Updating of Senior Management Weekly on current tenders.

**_Skills Required:_**
- Proven experience in all aspects of Mechanical and Electrical estimating.
- Strong understanding of construction processes.
- Ability to meet strict deadlines and multi-task.
- Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and Project.
- Experience of Simpro software would be an advantage, though not essential as training will be provided.
- Experience of Trimble estimating software would be an advantage, though not essential as training will be provided.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Dedicated, well-organised and reliable.
- Great attention to detail.

**About Us.**

It's probably time to tell you a little about us. Founded more than 30 years ago, COEL is a leading commercial office design and fit out company based in Cambridge.

We have expertise in delivering exceptional workspaces, with specialist teams that cover every aspect of the process, from interior design to decorating, project management to plumbing. Quite simply, we exist to make working lives better

There’s little chance of a dull moment working at COEL as we offer a dynamic and professional environment, collaborating with an array of brilliant clients, including well-known organisations across the private and public sector.

Though we are a large, ever-evolving company, lucky enough to work on a wealth of fascinating and challenging projects, we are by no means a faceless corporate, and care very much for our staff.

Family-friendly, we see our employees as people, not numbers, so you never need to feel like a small cog in a big wheel.

We are also a company with a conscience so are committed to giving back to the community and being as sustainable as possible in our practices.

If you join us, you’ll benefit from a team of supportive colleagues within a forward-thinking business that will nurture and progress your talent.

Our mission is to create spaces that improve productivity and promote happier and healthier lifestyles. Is it time to improve your life by joining our team?

**_Benefits_**
- Discretionary annual bonus.
- 25 days annual leave.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Free office fruit.
- Free onsite parking.
- Great transport links close to Cambridge North Station and the guided busway.
- Regular social events.
- Friday afternoon office drinks.