Mechanical Estimator

Due to continued growth in our Water sector, we are recruiting for Mechanical Estimators to join our dynamic team.

This is a home-based role with occasional travel as required.

Costain are currently working across several Water Industry accounts for the remaining AMP7 works and to mobilise AMP8 early works. The estimating function is growing rapidly to facilitate the increased volume of works being forecast over the next 5 years, with projects varying from £5m to over £100m in value.

Key Responsibilities

Join the estimating project team taking responsibility for the preparation of the mechanical estimate

Preparation of the detailed scope from drawings, specifications and a PCD that details the outline scope

Identify any errors/omissions from the scope within the PCD

Prepare abstract of material and sub-contract requirements for sourcing and pricing.

Technical and commercial appraisal of material and subcontractor quotations to ensure full coverage of the scope is priced

Preparation of analytical estimates including the detailed appraisal of the Mechanical (& Electrical ideally) packages and attendances required

Contribute to the identification of risk and pricing of risks throughout the bid.

Attend site visits ad hoc during tender period

Contribute towards the preparation of the M&E “Tender Book” to collate and present the Mechanical estimate

Prepare Top-Down-Estimate using the Framework agreed schedules of rates and Cost curves for benchmarking as part of the review process

About You

Degree level qualified / equivalent in a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering related discipline

Preferably Chartered

3 Years min experience working as a Mechanical Estimator for a major mechanical/electrical contractor in the water sector

Experienced pricing medium to large value mechanical (& electrical ideally) engineering projects

Previous Experience In Wastewater/sewerage Treatment And Process Engineering (essential)

Previous experience in clean water would be an advantage

Familiar with Civil Engineering Method of Measurement

Customer focused, open and honest, safe and environmentally aware, team player, accountable

Excellent communication skills and a “can-do” approach at all times

Must be commercially aware and a lateral thinker with a knowledge of various Forms of Contract

Good technical understanding of Mechanical & Electrical Engineering and the ability to promote alternative solutions. Must be numerate, accurate and self-checking

Knowledge of CCS ‘Candy’ Estimating system would be an advantage albeit training will be given

Full driving licence

For the full job description, please contact careers@costain.com quoting the vacancy number

About Costain

At Costain, we help to improve people’s lives by creating connected, sustainable infrastructure that enables people and the planet to thrive.

We work together to shape, create, and deliver pioneering solutions that transform the performance of the UK’s infrastructure ecosystem across energy, water, transportation and defence markets. Through our collaboration with customers, partners, communities, and wider industry we will deliver an infrastructure fit for a better future.

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