Estimator in Loughton

Job description

The successful candidate for this role will be based out of their office in Loughton with hybrid working available. Responsible for ensuring that the Estimating Department provides a service to our clients with our company objectives at the forefront. Being either mechanically or electrical biased, will take the lead on mechanical estimates for projects with a value of £5 to £20m.

Key Responsibilities:

• Continuously develop new business opportunities and client relationships.
• Produce accurate estimates that are detailed and inputted into the estimating software currently in use.
• Work as part of a team whilst at the same time work unsupervised, prioritising workload through effective communication with all the estimating team.
• Ensure that all enquires dispatched to the supply chain are fully comprehensive in respect of technical and contractual information.
• Technically and commercially appraise all mechanical quotations on receipt.
• Work closely with the procurement team and the respective operations teams at tender stage, handover and throughout the planning stages of each successful project.
• participate in the design development to assess buildability, materials, innovation and cost effectiveness of proposals.
• Preparation of analytical estimates for M&E Engineering works, that are technically accurate and with an acceptable risk level, from outline drawings and specifications
• Provide high level pricing information early in the tender for optioneering and budgeting exercises to ensure the most cost-effective solution offered.
• Ensure procedures, including risk and governance processes, are followed, documented and correct authorisations are in place.
• Contribute to the tender preparation and tender construction programmes
• Prepare a staff schedule for the tender, using feedback from successful contracts and collaborating with other functions
• Participate in the preparation of a procurement plan with the central/regional buyers to agree suppliers & sub-contractors, terms & conditions and discount levels
• Prepare enquiries and obtain competitive quotations for mechanical engineering resources, particularly materials and sub-contractors.
• Obtain completed construction and design questionnaires where appropriate.
• Maintain an up to date awareness and knowledge of Technical developments and new methods within the Industry.
• Prepare financial models for framework submissions, including setting appropriate staff rates.
• Production of high quality estimates on large scale projects with a high attention to detail.

Woodford are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and look forward to hearing from you if this role sounds of interest to you.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Loughton

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

14-10-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English