Project Estimator (Electrical installation)

Requirements:

• A relevant degree level qualification in electrical engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 2-year experience as an Electrical Estimator within the construction industry.
• Technical competence and knowledge of industrial automation and construction industry equipment, standards, requirements, and installation practices.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and engineering technical drawings.
• Experience in working with CAD software and 3D engineering drawings.
• Exquisite math and IT ability with an analytical mindset
• Excellent English communication and written skills.
• High level attention to details.
• The ability to work under pressure to meet set goals, budgets, and deadlines.
• Good commercial awareness to assess financial, technical, and operational risks of the project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive Request for Quotation (RFQ) documents and register in the system.
• Complete of pre-tender passport and agreeing final bid/submission with Senior Manager
• Review plans, specifications, and other relevant project documentation to identify the needs of projects and prepare a clear concise bid proposal. Determining the quantity, type and cost of materials, labour and equipment needed for each project/bid.
• Communicate with company management and customers to define the project scope, and address deficiencies, including the preparation and submission of RFIs.
• Gather and request information from Procurement Manager regarding costs and selection of subcontractors, equipment, and materials to achieve budget and bid requirements.
• Producing and delivering accurate estimates, within the specified scope and defined time periods. Ensuring that quotations are correctly qualified and completed timeously to meet deadlines for tender requirements or client needs.
• Responsible for maintaining and updating the estimation database, ensuring information is accurate and up to date.
• Attending necessary pre-site surveys and project pre-start meetings with relevant team members to define scope of works and requirements.
• Producing Monthly management reports including statistical analysis of bids/estimates.

We offer:

• Office in Riga with parking possibilities
• Competitive salary, stable work and social guarantees
• Health insurance after the probation period
• Friendly and helpful team

Location: Riga, Latvia

Role and duties:

• Full H&S compliance
• Ensure strict compliance to the regulations and client specifications
• Supervise electrical installation teams according to BS7671 to completion, and customers’ specific requirements
• Manage subcontractors
• Maintaining plant records
• Keeping progress and preparing timely reports
• Conduct regular comprehensive quality control inspections of electrical installation works in progress to ascertain compliance with regulations and prescribed specifications; ascertain competence of operatives or subcontractors engaged in such works, and provide documented reports of findings
• Budget management with good commercial awareness
• Carefully review electrical specifications provided by clients, interpret requirements, notify on any inadequacy or inconsistencies identified with regards to provisions therein, and rovide advice on its requirements.
• Advise and support Contract Managers with regards to all technical requirements of BS7671 and NICEIC practices.
• Attend regular customer meetings or any other meeting when requested, and provide Contracts Managers with progress reports
• Ensure the utmost confidentiality in dealing with all records and information you become aware of in the course of works, pertaining to the company, Customers or staff.
• Manage resources (manpower, materials, equipment and service suppliers) to meet the known PPM plan
• Motivate teams to achieve results

Required licences or certifications:

• 3+ electrical supervision experience with LV and MV
• Degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
• Ability to read electrical drawings
• CSCS operative card
• City and Guilds 17th Edition
• Inspection and testing CG 2392
• SSSTS / SMSTS
• IPAF and PASMA
• First aid
• Clean UK driving license
• European languages are beneficial

Requirements:

• Very Customer focused!
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and under pressure
• First class reporting
• Problem solving skills
• VERY result driven and extremely organized
• Able to lead and manage others

Contract

Short term contract with view to becoming permanent position.

Salary

The salary level for the role will be decided in accordance with background, experience and capability.

Job Type

Full-time

Main duties:

Carry out electrical installation work in accordance with state regulations and standards:

• Installation of cable containment/wire mesh trays.
• Fabrication and installation of brackets for field panels.
• Installation of conveyor equipment and electrical panels.
• Installation of electrical field devices according to electric plans and layout.
• Installation of low-voltage networks, cable laying.
• Connection of low-voltage and power cables up to 1000 V.
• Connecting conveyor equipment, control panels, and instrumentation.
• Inspection, testing in a de-energized mode and with operating voltage before handover to the customer, finding faults, and repairs.

Candidate requirements:

• Specialised education (electrician, electromechanic, etc)
• Minimum 1 year of electrical experience.
• Ability to read project documentation, electrical diagrams, and if necessary, recommend changes to them.
• Experience in commissioning facilities after construction / repair.
• Experience with power tools.
• Knowledge of and compliance with the requirements of the main regulations and standards in the field of electric power industry, regulating the rules for the operation of equipment and systems.
• Driving licence category “B” will be an advantage.

For successful candidates, the company offers and provides the following:

• Official employment.
• Salary: 2500 – 3500 EUR neto per month (220 h), depends on experience and qualification
• Schedule 60-75 days on the project / 14 holidays.
• Opportunity for career and professional growth.
• The company pays for travel and accommodation during business trips, and if necessary, paperwork (visas / work permits / professional courses).
• The company provides high-quality tools, overalls, and footwear.

Trainee Estimator / Quantity Surveyor

This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with our experienced team of Estimators and Quantity Surveyors to develop the skills to build a successful career in the construction industry. You will receive on the job training and support to develop your skills and become a valued member of the Technical Team.

Requirements:

• Possibly have completed (or still studying) a degree or other higher qualification (preferably within electrical engineering or related discipline).
• Good computer skills, knowledge of CAD and Microsoft Office – Excel in specific.
• Be accurate and methodical, have good Math and English skills.
• Ability to manage workloads and operate in a fast environment.
• Be able to work individually and as part of a team.
• Drive to develop their skills and progress through the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receiving and downloading new project documentation sent over from our clients.
• Structure documents & creating new enquiry folders on our internal estimating folders.
• Assisting / Preparing and processing quotations, bids, and tenders.
• Accurately study project documentation in order to determine the scope of works and supply.
• Work with the estimating team to build BOQs and BOM as per project requirements.
• Documenting & discussing any conflicts or mistakes within the information provided.
• Sending out tender drawings & specifications to our specialist contractors & requests to procurement and supply chain members.
• Visiting live sites to understand the build process and technical details of the installation.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive on-the-job training and support from experienced mentors.
• Business trips to gain exposure to different projects.
• Exciting opportunities to work on diverse projects and expand your skill set.
• Life insurance coverage after the probation period.
• Team building events for fostering a strong sense of camaraderie.

Location: Riga, Latvia

Main Duties:

Carry out all types of installation work in accordance with international standards:

• Assembly and installation of mechanical equipment (conveyors, racking, lifts, etc.).
• Assembly and installation of auxiliary systems (pneumatics, hydrolics, K-TOOL, belts and gears, etc).
• Installation of secondary equipment.
• Assembly of secondary equipment (underguards, side rails, netting, bracing, etc).
• Mechanical adjustment and testing of equipment.
• Maintenance.

General requirements for the candidate:

• Technical education.
• Experience in mechanics.
• Experience in installation and maintenance of technical equipment.
• Experience with metal structures.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and installation manuals, mark and determine datum points for calculation and measurements.

Would be an advantage:

• Availability of permission to work at height.
• The welding certificate.
• Possession of a licence for loaders.
• Possession of a licence for a scissor lift.

For successful candidates, the company offers and provides the following:

• Official employment.
• Competitive salary.
• Schedule 60-75 days on the project / 14 holidays
• Opportunity for career and professional growth.
• The company pays for travel and accommodation during business trips, and if necessary, paperwork (visas / work permits / professional courses).
• The company provides high-quality tools, overalls, and footwear.