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Our client is a well-established M&E contractor known for delivering complex, high-value projects across the country. They work with both main contractors and end clients to deliver full design & build packages and high end installations.
Key Responsibilities
Tendering & Estimation
- Review tender documentation, specifications, drawings, and schedules to understand project scope.
- Prepare detailed mechanical cost estimates for projects, including HVAC, public health, and specialist mechanical services.
- Carry out quantity take-offs and apply unit rates/labour norms.
- Assess risks and opportunities within the estimate and highlight key commercial considerations.
- Ensure compliance with client specifications, industry standards, and company procedures.
Supplier & Subcontractor Management
- Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with supply chain partners to ensure competitive pricing.
- Analyse variances between subcontractor quotes and specifications to determine best value.
Collaboration & Coordination
- Work closely with electrical estimators to ensure accurate and coordinated M&E tender submissions.
- Liaise with in-house engineers, project managers, and design teams to validate solutions.
- Attend pre-tender meetings, site visits, and post-tender reviews when required.
Bid & Proposal Support
- Contribute to preparation of tender submissions, including technical clarifications and value engineering options.
- Provide supporting documentation for final bid submissions (breakdowns, assumptions, exclusions).
- Support negotiations with clients during tender adjudication and post-tender queries.
Commercial Awareness & Continuous Improvement
- Monitor market trends, material costs, and labour rates to maintain up-to-date cost databases.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and innovative approaches during estimation.
- Support continuous improvement of the estimating process and tools used.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong understanding of mechanical building services (HVAC, plumbing, public health).
- Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage multiple tenders simultaneously.
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
