Estimator

Red Rock Consultants Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mechanical and electrical services company in Northampton is seeking Mechanical Estimators to manage tender processes and liaise with clients and subcontractors. Candidates should have technical knowledge of mechanical building services, commercial awareness, and experience in relevant projects. A competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company car scheme

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Pension (5.5% employer contribution)

25-30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity/paternity policies

Flexible holiday scheme

Employee-owned business

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed tender bids and cost plans.
• Attend mid- and post-tender meetings.
• Manage post-tender activities and cost control.
• Interface with existing and prospective clients.
• Liaise with sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Manage the day-to-day tender process.
• Work effectively within an integrated M&E team.

Skills

Pro-active

Technical knowledge of mechanical building services

Understanding of electrical services

Commercial awareness

Knowledge of suppliers

Experience in residential projects

Ability to manage deadlines

Experience of estimating software

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Trimble Estimation

Electronic tender/document control systems

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Estimator

Location: Northampton

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary, company car scheme, private healthcare, life insurance, pension (5.5% employer contribution), 25-30 days holiday plus bank holidays, enhanced maternity/paternity policies, flexible holiday scheme, employee-owned business.

About the Role

We are seeking 2 Mechanical Estimators to join our successful Pre-Contract team within a leading mechanical, electrical, and public health services company specialising in large-scale residential, student accommodation, and hotel projects. Reporting to the Mechanical Estimating Manager, you will take responsibility for the full tender process, from initial bid preparation to post-tender control, ensuring high standards and timely delivery. The role requires a mechanically biased knowledge base with a broad understanding of electrical engineering services.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed tender bids and cost plans.
• Attend mid- and post-tender meetings.
• Manage post-tender activities and cost control.
• Interface with existing and prospective clients.
• Communicate and liaise with sub-contractors and suppliers, generating new leads where necessary.
• Manage the day-to-day tender process to meet deadlines and maintain quality standards.
• Work effectively within an integrated M&E team environment.

Skills & Experience Required

• Pro-active, approachable, and able to lead by example.
• Comprehensive technical knowledge of mechanical building services.
• Broad understanding of electrical services associated with projects.
• Commercial awareness to ensure tenders are financially sound.
• Strong knowledge of suppliers and sub-contractors.
• Experience in residential, student accommodation, or hotel projects.
• Flexible and able to manage deadlines efficiently.
• Computer literate with experience of estimating software (e.g., Trimble Estimation) and electronic tender/document control systems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work as part of a team and maintain strong professional relationships