M&E Estimator
Posted 1 week ago by VGC
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Bridgwater
Summary: The M&E Estimator role at Hinkley Point C involves preparing detailed cost estimates for mechanical and electrical works within a highly regulated nuclear environment. This 12-month contract position requires collaboration with various teams to ensure compliance and support tender submissions. Candidates must be eligible for SC clearance and have relevant experience in major infrastructure projects. The role offers a hybrid working pattern of three days on-site and two days remote.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed M&E cost estimates including labour, materials, plant and subcontract elements
- Interpret drawings, specifications and technical documentation
- Build up rates from first principles where required
- Support tender submissions and internal bid reviews
- Contribute to value engineering and cost optimisation exercises
- Liaise with supply chain partners for quotations and benchmarking
- Provide cost analysis for variations and change events
- Ensure compliance with HPC nuclear governance and commercial procedures
Key Skills:
- Proven experience as an M&E Estimator on major infrastructure or large-scale construction projects
- Experience within highly regulated sectors such as nuclear, defence, rail or power preferred
- Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems and installation methodologies
- Experience preparing estimates from concept through to detailed design stage
- Strong commercial awareness with understanding of NEC forms of contract
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with estimating software
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Bridgwater
Country: undetermined
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
M&E Estimator - Hinkley Point C (HPC)
Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset
Contract: 12 Months
Security: Must be eligible to obtain SC Clearance
Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days on site / 2 remote
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced M&E Estimator to support works on the Hinkley Point C nuclear new build project. This is a 12-month contract opportunity working within a highly regulated environment, supporting major mechanical and electrical packages on one of the UK's most complex infrastructure programmes. Candidates do not need to hold active SC clearance but must be eligible and willing to obtain it.
Role Overview
The M&E Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate and detailed cost estimates for mechanical and electrical works across a range of packages, ensuring compliance with nuclear and regulated environment standards. You will work closely with commercial, engineering and delivery teams to provide robust cost advice and support tender submissions and change control processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed M&E cost estimates including labour, materials, plant and subcontract elements
- Interpret drawings, specifications and technical documentation
- Build up rates from first principles where required
- Support tender submissions and internal bid reviews
- Contribute to value engineering and cost optimisation exercises
- Liaise with supply chain partners for quotations and benchmarking
- Provide cost analysis for variations and change events
- Ensure compliance with HPC nuclear governance and commercial procedures
Required Experience
- Proven experience as an M&E Estimator on major infrastructure or large-scale construction projects
- Experience within highly regulated sectors such as nuclear, defence, rail or power preferred
- Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems and installation methodologies
- Experience preparing estimates from concept through to detailed design stage
- Strong commercial awareness with understanding of NEC forms of contract
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with estimating software
Working Arrangement
- Hybrid working model - 3 days on site / 2 days remote
- 12-month contract with potential extension subject to programme requirements
If this role is of interest please apply today and we will be in touch.