Mechanical Estimator

About the Role and Company

BGEN Ltd is a leading multidisciplinary design and build firm with a century of expertise. The company operates across sectors such as Water, Power & Energy, Pharmaceutical, Nuclear, and Food & Beverage, delivering innovative engineering solutions that add value. The work environment prioritizes safety, client and customer focus, and fosters a positive, respectful atmosphere encouraging professional growth at every career stage.

Primary Responsibilities

The Mechanical Estimator is responsible for creating precise, competitive, and commercially viable cost estimates crucial for securing profitable contracts. Key duties include analyzing tender inquiries, preparing detailed cost calculations, sourcing quotations from suppliers and subcontractors, and performing take-offs while adhering to quality assurance standards. Collaboration is essential, involving close work with internal teams, clients, and project groups, including participation in site visits, tender evaluations, and project handover meetings. The role also entails mentoring Estimating Engineers to ensure comprehensive and punctual tender submissions. Commercial insight, contract expertise, organizational capability, and stakeholder engagement are vital skills.

Required Skills and Expertise

• In-depth understanding of current Estimating and Commercial methods
• Proficient knowledge of engineering practices
• Familiarity with project management principles
• Compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) systems
• Adherence to Quality Assurance (QA) systems and standards
• Effective communication skills across multiple organizational levels and with clients
• High proficiency in computer use
• Leadership abilities including people management and performance management for training and coaching team members

Benefits and Perks

• Company pension plan
• Death in service coverage
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional holiday days annually for full-time employees
• Employee discount programs on retail and online stores
• Access to employee assistance programmes
• 25 days of annual vacation plus statutory bank holidays
• Car allowance or salary sacrifice schemes
• Private healthcare coverage
• Referral bonus for recommending new hires
• Overtime opportunities

Additional Information

BGEN aspires to be a preferred employer, fostering an inclusive culture supported by ENABLE inclusion networks. The company is proud to rank among the UK's top 100 firms actively hiring veterans and emphasizes values that promote responsibility, innovation, unity, and ambition. Employees at any career level can access recognized training and development programmes. Candidates may be subject to third-party background screening and pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.