Graduate Mechanical Estimator

Tech-People; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Graduate Mechanical Estimator to join a mechanical design company in Reading. This role involves preparing quotations for mechanical projects, interpreting drawings, and supporting estimations ranging from £10,000 to £500,000. Ideal for recent graduates with a Mechanical Engineering degree, offering circa £30,000 salary, training, and career progression.

Benefits

20 Days Holiday

Bank Holidays

Training and Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• A degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or related field is essential.
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills needed.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word is a must.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing detailed take-offs and quotations for mechanical projects.
• Review and learn to interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Support the delivery of accurate estimations for projects.

Skills

Strong numeracy and analytical skills

Proficiency in Excel and Word

Attention to detail

Eagerness to learn pricing from drawings

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

• Sector: Construction
• Job Type: Permanent
• Work Hours: Full Time

Job Description

Graduate Mechanical Estimator
Near Woking, Guildford, Reading, and Bracknell
A well-established, bespoke mechanical design and building company - specialising in air conditioning, ventilation, and commercial heating - is seeking a Graduate Mechanical Estimator to join their supportive team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate or junior-level candidate with a background in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline) who is eager to build a career in estimation, gain full training, and progress with a growing company!
The successful Graduate Mechanical Estimator will:

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  Assist in preparing detailed take-offs and quotations for mechanical projects.
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  Review and learn to interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
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  Support the delivery of accurate estimations for projects ranging from 10,000 to 500,000+.
• Be office-based (5 days a week) with occasional site visits (mileage paid).
• Package: The Graduate Mechanical Estimator will be paid circa 30,000, depending on experience + Progression + Training + 20 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays.

To qualify for this role as a Graduate Mechanical Estimator, you'll need:

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  A degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
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  Strong numeracy and analytical skills, with good attention to detail.
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  Proficiency in Excel and Word.
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  An eagerness to learn how to price from drawings and prepare quotations.
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  A motivated attitude with the confidence to grow into the role.

The Graduate Mechanical Estimator will be paid circa 30,000, depending on experience + progression + training + 20 days holiday + bank holidays.

If you're interested, please call Lily on (phone number removed) at Tech-People, the leading recruitment business and agency in HVAC, M&E and Construction.
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