Fire Protection Estimator

About Mercury

Mercury stands as Europe's leader in construction solutions, specializing in delivering and managing intricate engineering and construction projects for top global corporations. Our innovative approaches enable the delivery of advanced technologies and transformative breakthroughs that connect communities, businesses, and individuals, empowering them to accomplish remarkable milestones. We foster a culture of innovation and focus, ensuring dependable execution every time.

Our expertise spans diverse sectors including Enterprise Data Centres, Advanced Technology & Life Sciences, Hyperscale Data Centres, and Fire Protection. At the core of Mercury’s ethos is supporting our personnel to realize their best potential, providing enriching challenges within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Role Overview and Responsibilities

• Collaborate within the Fire Protection team to analyze incoming tender enquiries and formulate cost estimates adhering to specified design standards and sustainability criteria for small-scale and maintenance projects.
• Develop comprehensive cost proposals for various fire protection systems such as sprinklers, gas suppression, water mist, hose reels, fire hydrants, and dry risers.
• Offer informed advice to management on the likelihood of successful bids and opportunities.
• Participate in pre- and post-tender meetings to discuss project specifics and outcomes.
• Compile and evaluate specialist subcontractor quotations, ensuring alignment with specifications and requirements.
• Execute precise take-offs using tender drawings and site documentation.
• Provide regular reports to management covering competitor movements, market trends, and other relevant market intelligence.
• Work closely with the Fire Protection Commercial and Sustainability teams.
• Prepare and justify cost submissions for contract variations, along with all necessary backup documentation for smooth final account reconciliation.
• Coordinate with site teams to confirm and fully comprehend scope of works.
• Contribute to project cost estimating and value engineering activities when applicable.
• Adhere strictly to Mercury Engineering’s Code of Conduct and perform additional tasks as reasonably assigned, with acknowledgement that job scope may evolve with business needs.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• At least 5 years of professional experience in estimation roles within construction.
• Practical experience in construction operations.
• Formal qualifications in Fire Protection, Sprinkler Design, and Hydraulic Calculations.
• Relevant professional certifications such as LPC, VdS Certification, NFPA Training, or equivalents.
• Willingness to travel as required for the position.

Diversity and Inclusion

Mercury is committed to equal opportunity employment practices.