Mechanical Estimator

Synergy Personnel Services; Kettering; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Company car or car allowance

Job summary

Synergy Personnel Services in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Mechanical Estimator to join a growing building services contractor. Hybrid role with 3 days in the office and 2 days from home, following a qualifying period. Salary £65,000 - £70,000 plus a company car or car allowance, and a permanent, full-time position.

You will lead the estimating team, shape bid strategy, mentor junior estimators, and drive accuracy and commercial success as the department expands.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in mechanical estimating within the building services or construction sector.
• Experience using estimation software and digital tools.
• Mentoring junior team members.
• Excellent attention to detail and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the estimating team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate estimates.
• Mentor junior estimators and foster progression.
• Ensure bids reflect high attention to detail and commercial awareness.

Skills

Mechanical estimating

Estimating software

Mentoring

Attention to detail

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Senior Mechanical Estimator

Location: Hybrid - 3 days office-based, 2 days remote (after qualifying period)

Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 + Car or Car Allowance

Type: Permanent | Full-time

Are you an experienced Mechanical Estimator ready to take the next step in your career? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing building services contractor that's strengthening its estimating function and investing in future leadership.

The role involves playing a key part in developing and leading the estimating team (currently a small, close-knit group of four), with a clear path toward a more senior leadership position as the department expands.

What You’ll Bring as a Mechanical Estimator:

• 10+ years' experience in mechanical estimating within the building services or construction sector.
• Strong working knowledge of estimation software and the ability to utilise digital tools effectively.
• A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for mentoring junior team members.
• Excellent attention to detail and commercial awareness.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary in the range of £65,000 - £70,000 per annum.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Hybrid working: 3 days in the office and 2 days from home (following an initial qualifying period).
• Genuine career progression - opportunity to develop into a more senior or leadership role as the team grows.

Mechanical Estimators with slightly less experience but ready to step into a senior position are also encouraged to apply, with salary considered accordingly.

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