BMS Estimator

A leading building controls contractor who specialises in installing and maintaining sophisticated systems on complex office buildings are looking to recruit to join their growing London business. This reputable brand has operated within the London market for the last 20 years, consequently they benefit from a large amount of repeat business. They boast an extensive client base of blue chip companies such: Stanhope, Canary Wharf Contractors and Sir Robert McAlpine. Working with Cylon, Trend, Tridium and EasyIO systems they work on major BMS installs up to £2M. As a result of new tender enquiries they are seeking a BMS Estimator. BMS Estimator – London - £40,000 - £65,000 + Package (Depending on experience) The successful candidate will be responsible for creating prime cost estimates for project and maintenance offerings. Working alongside the sales and design teams, your role will be to support the bid by addressing the clients technical requirement and accurately forecasting the cost of the solution. Responsibilities: * Attend tender interviews with client team and principal contractor * Liaise with internal departments such as commercial, operations and design to gather key information for the tender enquiry client relationships with your job. * Ensure all elements of tender are accounted for prior to the tender being submitted. * Stipulate cost reports taking into consideration required mark-up. * Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical estimations and drawings in order to produce accurate material take off * Selection of a specification compliant BMS system * Selection of control devices and sizing control valves * Collation of system and competent prices * Compiling all data in the form of a take-off for input into estimating software * Production of the tender submission and inclusion of supporting documentation and method statements * Upon tender success lead tender handover meeting with operations and commercial teams; providing ongoing assistance throughout the project duration. Key estimating elements of role * Mechanical systems * Electrical systems * System design , engineering and documentation * Control panel manufacture * BMS system * Field control devices * Installation * Commissioning and handover Qualification and skills requirements * Understanding of Electrical and HVAC systems * Must have experience working for a specialist BMS contractor or consultancy * Understanding of electrical and mechanical specification and drawings * Qualifications in the electrical industry * High level Microsoft office skills * Good maths and English skills * Excellent phone manner essential * Must be commutable to central London The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic and be committed to achieving success for yourself and the company