Estimator (MEICA)

Overview

In this MEICA Estimator role, you will develop accurate cost plans and tenders for mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation packages in water and wastewater projects. You’ll collaborate with design, procurement, and project delivery teams to shape robust early-stage opportunities through detailed submissions. You’ll benchmark MEICA rates, identify value opportunities, and support handover to delivery teams. This is a home-based position with a focus on delivering smart, resilient water infrastructure for UK clients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate MEICA package estimates
• Review tender documents, drawings, specs, and schedules to determine requirements
• Develop labour, plant, materials, subcontract and equipment costs
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors
• Prepare bills of quantities, cost build-ups and schedules of rates
• Identify scope gaps, risks, assumptions, exclusions and opportunities
• Liaise with design teams to understand technical requirements and value engineer
• Collaborate with procurement to secure competitive pricing
• Produce tender submissions and related commercial documents within deadlines
• Benchmark MEICA rates, maintain market knowledge, support cost optimisation and VE
• Support cost plans and estimates at different project stages
• Present estimates to senior management and stakeholders
• Maintain estimating records and drive process improvements
• Hand over tender wins to commercial and project delivery teams

Key requirements

• Estimator/Senior Estimator/MEICA Estimator experience in water, utilities, M&E, infrastructure or construction
• Strong knowledge of MEICA systems and installation methodologies
• Experience estimating mechanical and electrical works in the water industry
• Understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes and assets
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and technical documentation
• Experience obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction costs
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Good knowledge of estimating and cost-management principles
• Attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills
• Ability to challenge information constructively and identify opportunities and risks
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating software

• Excellent communication
• Stakeholder management
• Attention to detail
• MEICA systems knowledge
• Estimating software proficiency
• Microsoft Excel

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