Mechanical Estimator in Eastleigh

Unify are delighted to be recruiting a Mechanical Estimator for a leading FM company.

Location: Eastleigh or Bristol (Hybrid role)- Full UK Driving license essential for site visits and team meetings in Eastleigh - Ideally the candidate will be in M4 area to cover our clients sites.

Salary: Between £55,000,- £65,000 per annum plus car allowanceWorking hours: 8am – 5pm, Monday – FridayBenefits: Car Allowance, 25 Days Holiday + BH, Company Pension, Private Healthcare, Company Sick Pay, Flex BenefitsJob Purpose:To form part of the Estimating Team in meeting Sales Targets and company objectives – both for existing clients and new opportunities within Mission Critical Solutions.

Principal Accountabilities: * Conduct accurate mechanical estimates for a range of projects within the MCS portfolio * Propose innovative solutions to deliver client requirements.

* To have industry knowledge to keep abreast of competitors methodologies.

* Provide information and prepare and compilation of proposal submissions including solution and option appraisal of new methods of Project delivery to identify valid and viable commercial delivery options.

* Proactive approach to the continuous improvement in communications, management procedures and systems to maximise profitability and improve operational efficiencies.

* Management of the implementation of ‘best practice’.

* Management of the implementation of common practice across the division to ensure meaningful commercial and operational datum’s are established.

* Obtaining specialist subcontractor costs.

* Read and understand the client requests / documentation.

* Attend site visits as required across the UK as part of the bid process.

* Assist in the production of correspondence and documentation.

* Update Pipeline Reporting System and to contribute, to the generation of BD Management information reports.

* Attend Divisional Bid Meetings.

* Progressing submitted tenders.

* Assist in formulation of tender returns.

* Establishing agreed benchmarks for performance.

* Measurement of performance versus contracted requirements.

* Identification of a broad range of cost saving initiatives in line with contractual obligations.

* Interactions with client organisations as required, providing meaningful reports and proactive data and information.

* Other duties as directed by the Bid Manager.

* Candidate Profile * Person SpecificationQualifications and Experience: * Educated to HNC/HND Standard (or equivalent).

* Ideally have experience in Data Centre projects * Excellent management experience.

* Relevant experience of estimating within a Building services contractor * Proficient IT Skills to include, Word, Powerpoint and EXCEL