Senior Estimating Engineer

Posted 2 hours ago by Millbank Holdings

Location:
Warrington
Salary/Rate:
£45,000 - £60,000/annum
Are you a proven Estimating Engineer with a background in the energy oil and gas or other highly regulated industry?

Do you have a good knowledge and understanding of engineering practices, including project management, HSE and QA systems?

Would you like the chance to be part of a leading engineering contractor led by a passionate team of professionals committed to a future of excellence?

If this sounds of interest to you, please read on for further information and get in touch today to avoid missing out!

The role
As a Senior Estimating Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out and overseeing the efficient and effective provision of estimates for the company in order to win profitable contracts. Size of projects will range up to £10m.

Your duties and responsibilities will be 
  • As an Estimating Engineer, you will carry out the initial technical and contractual review of the tender enquiry.
  • To prepare the estimate in a logical and precise manner following QA procedures and utilising the computerised estimating package and Microsoft Word / Excel.
  • To obtain competitive quotations from Suppliers / Subcontractors for project estimates.
  • To carry out take-offs in a manner that will provide as much detail as possible for the purpose of tender reviews prior to tender submission and to assist in the financial control of a contract should the tender be successful.
  • To liaise with internal Divisions / Departments to obtain relevant quotations and information for tender.
  • To attend site visits and tender review meetings with clients (UK and overseas).
  • To attend kick-off meetings to brief the project team should the tender be successful.
  • To oversee and advise Estimating Engineers, thus ensuring completeness and timely submission of tenders.
You will have the following qualifications and experience 
  • Good knowledge of current relevant Estimating and Commercial practice.
  • Good knowledge of engineering practices.
  • Good knowledge of project management practices.
  • Good knowledge of HSE systems and compliance.
  • Good knowledge of QA systems and compliance.
  • Ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the organisation and with clients.
  • Appropriate discipline qualifications i.e. HNC, ONC or City and Guilds.
  • High level of computer literacy.
  • Considerable experience in estimating packages of work to the standards required within the chemical, pharmaceutical, nuclear, utilities and food & drink type of industries.
  • The Estimating Department provides a specialist service for the whole of the company and therefore you must have a good knowledge of all of the Company’s activities and capabilities.
  • You must have the ability to assess the quality of User Requirements, Scope, Specification and Design in order to qualify the basis of estimation.
  • You must have a good knowledge of all aspects of contractual arrangements and estimating practice.
  • The Department interfaces with all company Divisions, Sales and Marketing, Sites and Clients, and therefore the Job Holder must have excellent interpersonal skills.
  • The nature of the incoming workload is unpredictable and usually has imposed deadlines therefore the Job Holder must possess excellent organisational skills, flexibility and the ability to often work under considerable time pressure.
  • You shall have a willingness to undertake an annual performance 1 to 1 review, to attend and have an active participation in all internal and external training courses.
It's great if you also have the following 
  • People management skills and knowledge of performance management processes for leadership, coaching and development of staff
Get in touch now
If you're currently seeking an exciting permanent opportunity, where you will be responsible for carrying out and overseeing the efficient and effective provision of all estimates and think you have the relevant skills and experience our client is seeking then apply today to avoid missing out on this exciting opportunity!

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and respects diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons who are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Millbank is proud to be a member of the ‘Disability Confident Scheme’. Millbank operates as an Employment Agency and Business.
Type:
Permanent
Start Date:
30/10/2024
Contract Length:
N/A
Job Reference:
BH-11577
Job ID:
222570379
Applications:
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