Dynamic Mechanical Estimator – Building Services

MEP Technical Talent; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Career progression

Collaborative environment

Varied portfolio of projects

Job summary

MEP Technical Talent, acting for a Blackburn-based contractor, seeks an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join the pre-construction team. You will produce accurate estimates for a range of building services projects and help drive competitive tender submissions.

The role requires interpreting drawings, pricing across commercial/industrial sectors, and liaising with clients and suppliers. A collaborative, long-term career with a growing North West contractor awaits.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Mechanical Estimator within Building Services / M&E.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, heating, ventilation, pipework and public health services.
• Experience pricing projects across commercial and industrial environments.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed mechanical estimates from drawings and specifications.
• Reviewing tender documentation and identifying project requirements.
• Producing accurate take-offs and cost plans.
• Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Preparing competitive tender submissions.
• Identifying value engineering opportunities.
• Liaising with clients, consultants and internal delivery teams throughout the tender process.
• Supporting handovers to the delivery teams following successful tenders.

Skills

Mechanical Estimator

Tendering

Cost planning

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

MEP Technical Talent, acting for a Blackburn-based contractor, seeks an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join the pre-construction team. You will produce accurate estimates for a range of building services projects and help drive competitive tender submissions.

The role requires interpreting drawings, pricing across commercial/industrial sectors, and liaising with clients and suppliers. A collaborative, long-term career with a growing North West contractor awaits.