Liverpool-Based Mechanical Estimator: Drive Growth in M&E

Raven Search; Warrington; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company benefits package

Job summary

Raven Search is supporting a Liverpool-based M&E contractor in appointing a Mechanical Estimator who will influence the commercial function and project a path for progression within a growing team. The role focuses on producing accurate estimates from drawings, coordinating with the supply chain and refining cost plans across diverse project types.

The successful candidate will read and interpret mechanical drawings, use estimating software and Excel, and bring a methodical pricing approach.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical estimating within an M&E contracting environment.
• Confident reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Excel.
• Commercially aware, with a methodical and accurate approach to pricing.
• Motivated by the opportunity to grow within a business, not just fulfil a function.

Responsibilities

• Preparing mechanical estimates and tender submissions from drawings and specifications.
• Carrying out take-offs and producing accurate cost plans across a range of project types.
• Engaging with the supply chain to obtain competitive subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Identifying commercial risks and value engineering opportunities within bids.
• Attending tender clarification and review meetings.
• Working closely with the design and delivery teams to ensure bids are technically sound.
• Contributing to the development of the pre-construction function as the business grows.

Skills

Mechanical estimating experience

Reading drawings & specs

Estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Pricing methods

Growth mindset

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Raven Search is supporting a Liverpool-based M&E contractor in appointing a Mechanical Estimator who will influence the commercial function and project a path for progression within a growing team. The role focuses on producing accurate estimates from drawings, coordinating with the supply chain and refining cost plans across diverse project types.

The successful candidate will read and interpret mechanical drawings, use estimating software and Excel, and bring a methodical pricing approach.