Small Works Estimator - MEICA

Please be aware that this job is a permanent position representing ECS Engineering Services Ltd a part of the NG Bailey Group.

ECS Engineering Services Ltd, a leading force in the engineering sector known for our commitment to excellence and innovation. At ECS, we specialise in delivering a wide range of engineering solutions, from complex infrastructure projects to precision manufacturing, with a focus on quality, safety, and sustainability.

Our team is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where every employee has the opportunity to grow and make a meaningful impact. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your career, ECS offers a dynamic workplace where your skills and ideas are valued.

At ECS, you’ll find a place where you can truly thrive, working on exciting projects that make a difference and share in our dedication to excellence and innovation. We look forward to welcoming new team members to our “built to last” business

To prepare accurate, competitive and commercially robust estimates, proposals and quotations for MEICA and small work M&E projects, principally involving Water and wastewater Control, River Structures & Pumping Station equipment Refurbishment/Renewal of mechanical and electrical equipment. The role will convert client requirements and specifications into clear cost build-ups and persuasive, technically compliant proposals; present ECS's scope and value effectively; and actively follow submitted quotations through clarification, negotiation and order conversion.

• Review enquiries, specifications, bills of quantities, and site report documentation; establish the full scope, deliverables, exclusions, and quotation return requirements.
• Identify missing or conflicting information, raise timely technical and commercial queries, and clearly record estimating assumptions.
• Undertake site visits where required to understand technical requirments and site access and restrictions.

• Price mechanical, electrical, and automation equipment.
• Estimate labour hours for installation and commissioning.
• Produce detailed, itemised bills of quantities
• Use ECS estimating systems and tools and agreed rate books where applicable, to prepare structured, traceable estimates and maintain current rates and estimating data.

• Maintain accurate enquiry and quotation status information, including follow-up dates, client feedback, probability, forecast order timing and reasons for delay, success or loss, and communicate material changes to relevant stakeholders.
• Provide a handover to the delivery engineers.
• Monitor tender outcomes and compare estimating assumptions with delivered performance; use client feedback and lessons learned to improve proposals, rates, productivity assumptions and future conversion performance.

• Robust estimating experience within MEICA or multi-disciplinary utility engineering environment.
• Ability to read complex technical drawings and circuit diagrams.
• Strong understanding of water industry specifications (e.g., WIMES).
• Proficiency in estimating software and advanced Excel spreadsheets
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop proposals, discuss quotations confidently with clients, follow up professionally and work collaboratively with suppliers, and project teams.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to undertake site and supplier visits as required.