Electrical Estimator

Job Description1st Step Solutions are supporting a M&E Contractor who have an opportunity for an Electrical Estimator on a permanent position based in London.

Job Purpose:
A key role as an Electrical Estimator undertaking all aspects of Estimating with a vast skillset and knowledge of estimating software, whilst working within a structured estimating department being able to produce tenders to a very high standard.

Responsibilities:

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• Work alongside the Electrical Estimating Manager and fellow estimators as part of a structured team.

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• Reading and understanding the employer's requirements for each and every individual Project.

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• Reading and understanding engineering specifications as well as gaining a knowledge of the project scope.

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• Being able to measure accurately by taking off quantities from engineering drawings.

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• The transposing of data into an electronic estimating software programme Amtech (Estimation)

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• Work alongside other members of the department in all estimating aspects.

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• Being able to send out enquiries and analyse quotations accurately.

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• Making sure bids are technical correct and fully compliant.

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• Build precise structured bid clarifications.

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• Be able to communicate and present well when required.

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• Good time management skills are essential to be able to work to strict deadlines.

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• Attend site surveys, client meetings and handover meetings.

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• Build Internal / External Relationships.

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• professional appearance and manner at all times.

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• Be able to work under pressure.

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Experience and Knowledge:

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• Experience of working within the building services industry across a number of sectors.

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• Knowledge and understanding of electrical services.

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• Knowledge or experience of either the construction, engineering, estimating or similar businesses (Desirable)

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• Proficient in the use of Word, Excel and Outlook.

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• Competency with estimating software (Trimble Contract Master).

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• Reliable and professional attitude towards work.

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• Flexible and methodical approach to work.

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• Data centre (DC) experience in UK and/or Europe – Shell & Core projects up to 20mil – DC 50m to 100m projects. 

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Attributes and Skills:

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• Comfortable working in a team.

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• Effectively manage time in order to meet deadlines.

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• Multitask and manage the many priorities within the tendering process.

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• Excellent attention to detail.

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• Communication professionally at all levels, internally and with clients.

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• Collaboration with other departments/teams within company.

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• Good organisational skills and able to manage workloads.

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• High levels of literacy and numeracy.

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• Receptive and adaptable to change.

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• Mentoring and support of other team members

Qualifications:

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• City and Guilds or Advance Craft Certificate (or equivalent to NVQ).

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• Certificate — ONC, HNC, HND.

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• Engineering degree (Desirable).

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• Member of recognised professional body (Desirable)

On offer:

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• Competitive salary

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• Auto enrolment into pension scheme

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• Private healthcare (individual) option once probation is passed

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• Life insurance (15,000 during probation, 3x salary after probation)

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• Sick pay - after successful completion of the probation period – 50 days' full pay and 50 days’ half pay.

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• Profit Share

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• Season Ticket Loan (after probation)

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• Holiday entitlement is 23 days, plus bank holidays, increases to 26 days after 1 year, then to 31 days after 5 years.

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• Cycle to Work Scheme.

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• Subsidised restaurant.

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