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Mechanical Estimator

RGB Recruitment
Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 14 days
Location

Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF5 1DR, Wales

Salary

£40,000 - £55,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job is for an experienced Mechanical Estimator in South Wales, offering a salary between £40,000 and £55,000 per year based on experience.
  • The role involves overseeing the estimating process, producing high-quality estimates using Trimble software, and maintaining client relationships.
  • Candidates must have experience as a Mechanical Building Services Estimator on large-scale projects and possess strong leadership skills.
  • A full UK driving license is required, and experience with Trimble estimating software is desirable.
  • The typical working week consists of 40 hours, with benefits including Bupa healthcare, pension contributions, and 21 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
Mechanical Estimator £40,000 - £55,000South WalesAre you an experienced Mechanical Estimator looking to take the next step in your career and take on a fresh challenge? This could be the job for you RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Overseeing all aspects of the estimating process at a commercial level, supporting the internal team and maintaining relationships with clients
  • Supply and delivery high quality estimates using Trimble estimating software.
  • Accurately use drawings to measure material and quantities in accordance with the specifications.
  • Distinguishing appropriate suppliers and subcontractors from the company’s supplier database or the client’s preferred supplier list (PSL)
  • Producing enquiries, obtaining, and analysing quotes for tender requirements from sub-contractors and suppliers.
  • Organising detailed price lists and bills of quantities of everything needed on each project to help inform the tender bid submission.
  • Monitor, report and follow up on estimates submitted using internal systems.
  • Survey sites and attend various meetings. These may be on Teams or in person.
  • Complete project handover to the project team on successful tenders.
  • Ensuring compliance with the company’s latest policies and stay up to date with any changes to company procedures.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
  • The successful candidate will need to be enthusiastic and work effectively as part of a team.
  • Outstanding communication skills are required as it is vital that you can communicate in a fluent and positive manner with other team members and clients.
  • A driven individual with a high level of IT literacy with experience in Microsoft Office.
  • Punctual person with organisational skills is a must and require both analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • An overall knowledge and understanding of a wide variety of mechanical systems and their installation methods is a must.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
  • You must have experience as a Mechanical Building Services Estimator on large scale new build and refurbishment commercial projects.
  • Experience in Trimble estimating software is desirable.
  • HNC in Building Services desirable but not essential.
  • Strong leadership skills and be able to work as a part of a wider team is required.
  • Excellent people management skills and be able to motivate others around them.
  • Ability to prioritise, organise and multitask to ensure that timescales are met through effective planning.
  • Candidates must hold a full UK driving license.
TYPICAL WORKING WEEKThe contract would be based on 40 hours per week, 8AM to 5PM Monday to Thursday and 8AM to 4PM Friday based at our Talbot Green office. What’s on offer:
  • £40,000-£55,000 per year depending on experience. Salary to be confirmed based on qualifications and experience.
  • Bupa healthcare
  • Pension contribution
  • 21 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Company car scheme
For more information, please feel free to get in touch:– RGB Recruitment treat all applications with complete discretion, all candidates will be fully briefed on the role and company before a CV is submitted. 

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.