Mechanical Estimator

1st Step; Grays; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building services firm is looking for a Mechanical Estimator based in Grays, Essex. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing mechanical estimates for HVAC and associated services, analyzing tender documents, and negotiating with suppliers. A proven background in mechanical estimating within building services is essential, as is the ability to interpret drawings and specifications. The position offers a full package.

Benefits

Full package available

Qualifications

• Requires proven experience as a Mechanical Estimator.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems is essential.
• Competency with estimating and digital take-off tools needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare mechanical estimates for HVAC and other services.
• Analyse tender documentation including drawings and specifications.
• Produce material and labour take-offs and pricing schedules.
• Negotiate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.

Skills

Proven experience as a Mechanical Estimator

Strong understanding of mechanical building-services systems

Ability to interpret mechanical drawings

Competency with estimating tools

Excellent numeracy and attention to detail

Education

HNC/HND, NVQ, or Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services

Job description

Overview

1st Step Solutions are supporting a building services engineering company who have an opportunity for a Mechanical Estimator based in Grays, Essex (with site visits as required). Our client delivers Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing solutions across commercial, industrial and residential sectors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare mechanical estimates for HVAC, heating, cooling, ventilation, domestic services, drainage and associated plant.
• Analyse tender documentation including drawings, specifications, schedules and scope of works.
• Produce material and labour take-offs, bills of quantities, pricing schedules and tender summaries.
• Obtain, evaluate and negotiate quotations from suppliers and specialist subcontractors.
• Identify project risks and include appropriate allowances.
• Support the development of pre-construction budgets and cost plans.
• Work closely with electrical estimators, design engineers, project managers and the commercial team.
• Attend internal tender review meetings and contribute to tender strategy.
• Prepare tender clarifications, exclusions and assumptions.
• Produce detailed and clearly structured final tender submissions.
• Maintain accurate estimating records and update internal cost databases.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Estimator within building services or mechanical contracting.
• Strong understanding of mechanical building-services systems
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, schematics and specifications.
• Competency with estimating and digital take-off tools.
• Excellent numeracy, commercial awareness and attention to detail.

Desirable

• Experience in MEP estimating or combined services tenders.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND, NVQ, or Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services (advantageous).
• Proven track record in electrical estimating (required).
• CSCS card (or willingness to obtain).

Full package available