- Supporting the Work Winning Team throughout the bid process. This includes the production of all necessary pricing schedules, preparation of rates and any other associated bid submission documentation, as required.
- Carry out accurate take-offs from Tender drawings and prepare detailed material schedules, for pricing.
- Provide sound commercial analysis of quotations received from sub-contractors and suppliers.
- Prepare Electrical / Mechanical / Telecoms / Instrumentation and Control Systems estimates from project specification documents, drawings, schedules and historical data, and produce accurate material, labour and sub-contract package allowances against same.
- Liaise with clients, suppliers and sub-contractors, to help build relationships both upstream and down.
- Keep an accurate record of quotations and supporting documents, to provide clear traceability, to aid the final review process.
- Carry out site visits and attend external meetings, when applicable.
- Attend (and conduct when required) internal Bid Review Meetings, with Company Directors.
- Present our Bids to Clients and their representatives, as and when required.
- Sound knowledge of a wide variety of Electrical / Mechanical / Telecoms / Instrumentation and Control Systems and engineering principles, including; HV and LV systems, CCTV, CIS and PA systems, SCADA, BMS, HVAC systems, Drainage and Pipework systems
- Knowledge of estimating best practices and methodologies
- Proficient knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel and Teams
- Good working knowledge of estimating software packages (Trimble, Countfire or similar)
- Previous experience in this type of role, as part of a busy and demanding team
- Experience working for a Mechanical, Electrical, Controls or Telecoms contractor
- Competitive salaries and yearly appraisals
- Travel expenses to locations outside of your contracted location
- Perkbox giving you 24/7 access to perks, benefits, discounts and wellbeing tools
- 3 x Life Assurance covered under the VVB Group Life Assurance scheme
- Private Medical Insurance scheme, provided by BUPA, inclusive of an online private GP, plus health assessment
- Pension Scheme (4% ER and 5% EE)
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Training and Development Opportunities
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3 weeks ago
Description
VVB are hiring for Estimators to work on various exciting projects throughout the UK.
Are you an Estimator looking for a new opportunity? Or maybe you are an ex trade Electrician or Fitter with some good knowledge of estimating techniques, looking for a change ? This may be the role for you
Here at VVB, we are recruiting for Estimators with a technical background in either Electrical, Mechanical or Telecommunications. These positions are for a variety of locations, including Central London, Sevenoaks, Kent and Birmingham.
Who are we?
VVB delivers sustainable mechanical, electrical and telecommunication engineering solutions with expertise and long-standing experience across Rail, Fire, Highways, Power, and Tunnels. We combine robust processes with specialist agility and are end results driven in everything we do. Our approach to projects always takes into account the best interests of our clients, our people, and our environment. VVB Website -
About the Job Opportunity
These are key roles within the Estimating area of our Work Winning Department, ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely Electrical / Mechanical / Telecoms / Instrumentation and Control Systems estimates, calculated in-line with the overall company strategy, CORE Values and goals, across a range of sectors including Rail, Power, Tunnels, Highways, Energy, Water, Defence and Construction schemes.
This role will be based across different project locations, you will be required to travel to other sites and offices as and when required.
Key Responsibilities Include:
What we are looking for...
What we offer.
VVB values the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all prospective and current employees with dignity regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All employees must demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm in promoting the principles of equality in employment and service delivery.
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