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Estimator - Mechanical Systems

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Our client is looking for an Estimator within their Sales & Estimating Department, you will analyse blueprints & specifications to develop installation proposals in line with requirements. This role is specific to mechanical projects and will involve estimating and selling fixed firefighting systems for a range of markets within the UK & Europe.

Key Responsibilities - Estimator - Mechanical Systems

Review tender documents including project specific consultant specifications & drawings
Liaising with clients & attending meetings to discuss projects
Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients
Where required, survey and obtain key information to inform estimates
Contacting suppliers to obtain project specific costs
Utilise computer aided design software to develop blueprints and preliminary design to inform the estimate
Utilise in house calculation software to develop a fixed estimate
Develop a detailed proposal document complete with associated deliverables where applicable
Monitor and progress submitted quotations to obtain client feedback, negotiate & prepare win/loss KPIs and lessons learnt
Regular Dialogue with other departments across the business including, but not limited to, projects, commercial and design
Internal handover meetings upon project award
Qualifications & Requirements - Estimator - Mechanical Systems

Technical understanding of international fire protection related standards including LPC / BSEN12845, BS9251, BS5306, BS9990, FM & NFPA Systems
Experience within the special hazard market would be beneficial, but not essential
Strong organisational skills with ability to meet deadlines and changing priorities
Can demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and efficiency
Proven IT skills with experience of MS office packages
Willingness to travel throughout the UK & overseas
Strong commercial awareness with demonstrable numerical skills
Willingness to learn and develop
Full UK driving license with less than 6 points
DBS check required
What we can offer - Estimator - Mechanical Systems

Company Car
25 Days holiday
Life Insurance
Private Medical Cover
Company Pension
For more information on this role, please contact Zoey Bunn on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to

Omega Resource Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. 

Omega Resource Group is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors. 

Candidates who are currently a Cost Engineer, Pre-Construction Estimator, Bid Manager, Proposals Engineer, Tendering Engineer, Commercial Estimator, Project Estimator, Estimating Specialist, Estimating Manager may be suitable for this position

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website (url removed)

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