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Mechanical Estimator

MJ Quinn
Liverpool
1 week ago
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MJ Quinn Liverpool, United Kingdom

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MJ Quinn is a UK-based infrastructure services provider specialising in delivering comprehensive, end-to-end solutions across a range of industries, including telecommunications, utilities, and mechanical and electrical engineering. Guided by a commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability, we offer tailored services encompassing design, installation, maintenance, and project management.

Our Core Values

  • People-Focused: We prioritise the well-being, growth, and success of our team and partners.
  • Safety Always Matters: We are unwavering in our commitment to ensuring a safe environment for all.
  • Operational Excellence: We strive for the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
  • Sustaining Our Future: We are dedicated to delivering sustainable solutions that positively impact the environment and society.

About The Role

The Senior Mechanical Estimator will manage the estimating processes for mechanical installations, producing high quality, commercially viable tenders on multi-million-pound projects.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and collate tenders and source pre-project information.
  • Provide accurate, competitive, and profitable estimates from enquires stage to bid submission.
  • Liaise with clients to gather requirements.
  • Research materials, equipment, and labour costs.
  • Negotiate on behalf of the company to financial close.
  • Deal with clients at post-tender meetings and conduct presentations.
  • Provide support and assistance to the estimating team.

Person Specification

  • Hold a recognised professional qualification.
  • Substantial experience in a similar role with works from £10k to £10M.
  • Proficient in estimation software and tools.
  • Excellent understanding of mechanical systems and construction processes.
  • Be adaptable and flexible in your approach to work.
  • Holding or capable of being accredited to enhanced DBS prior to start date.
  • A legal right to work in the UK.

Benefits

  • Free Parking
  • 33 days holiday
  • Employee Bonus Scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Company Contribution Pension Scheme
  • Parental Leave and Pay
  • Learning and Development Opportunities
  • Life Assurance Benefit

Competitive salary and package to be negotiated depending on candidate and experience.

Diversity Statement

MJ Quinn is committed to promoting an environment that values diversity. All staff are responsible for ensuring that all employees, customers, suppliers, and visitors are treated equally and fairly and not discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnerships, pregnancy & maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, disability or gender.

Sustainability

We are committed to a sustainable future as this is vital for the planet, our communities, customers, and business. Our sustainability goals are shaped in accordance with wider business objectives and the core foundations of sustainable development. We encourage proactive participation, learning opportunities at all levels, and harnessing employee passion.

Join us in this exciting opportunity where your expertise will contribute significantly to our project's success!

Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Full-time

Job function

  • Industries: Building Construction

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