Mechanical Estimator

Mechanical Estimator

About Us

As a JIB member company, Gilks have provided commercial electrical and mechanical installation, maintenance, test and inspection services to customers nationally for over 60 years, and have built a solid reputation based on trust, and innovation. Our contracted work extends across several sectors, including NHS, Education, Care Homes, Health, Construction and Defence. With an extensive client base, we are still proud to provide the flexibility, and excellence in customer service and support of an independent business, whilst having the expertise and capabilities to manage and work within major contracts.

We invest significantly into training and developing both new and experienced talent.

The Role

Reporting to the Estimating Manager, as the Mechanical Estimator you’ll collaborate and maintain communications with our on-site engineers, managers, suppliers, subcontractors to ensure the necessary resources are provided to complete a wide range of installations. This is a varied role, with predominantly estimating duties including:

• Prepare detailed and accurate estimates for mechanical systems, including materials, labour, equipment, and sub-contractor costs.
• Obtain quotations from suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing and ensure project requirements are met.
• Identify potential risks and value engineering options within the project scope.
• Work with design teams, Contracts manager, and other estimators to ensure estimates align with project requirements.
• Participate in post-tender negotiations and handover to project teams.

This position is based at our offices in Nantwich, with occasional site visits required.

Our Requirements

• Experience gained in a similar role as an Mechanical Estimator preferable, although applications are welcome from Trainee Estimators looking for the next step in their career
• Mechanical industry knowledge, both domestic and commercial, with good working knowledge of mechanical building services installations
• Experience in electrical estimating would be advantageous
• Ability to read and understand mechanical plans and drawings
• Good IT skills, with working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Superb attention to detail, with drive to succeed and work well in a fast-paced environment
• A full UK driving licence

Although not essential, experience working with Estim8 Xtreme Software, and CYPHER1 estimating packages would be advantageous

The Package

• Salary up to £45,000 per annum with the level dependent on experience
• Car Allowance
• Tusker Car Benefit Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Permanent contract, working full time hours 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and your birthday off!
• Employee benefits and discount scheme
• Employee wellbeing support including free 24/7 counselling and legal information
• Career development and progression opportunities, with full training and support

More About Us

Gilks (Nantwich) Ltd is part of The Ethikos Group Ltd, made up of an expert team of people who have been evolving businesses and people since 2017, with an impressive track record of improving profit performance, streamlining efficiencies, and looking after and growing people.

While the role is based in Nantwich, it is easily commutable from Crewe, Chester, and the surrounding areas.