Mechanical Estimator

RGB; Plymouth; In loco; GBP 32.000 - 42.000; Tempo pieno

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Descrizione del lavoro

RGB in Plymouth is seeking a Mechanical Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive tender packages for building services across the South West. This permanent role focuses on take-offs, cost build-ups and pricing of mechanical services.

You will review client enquiries, drawings and technical documentation to produce prime cost estimates, engage with suppliers and internal teams, and apply value engineering to protect project margins.

Competenze

• Experience in Mechanical Estimator or similar pre-construction role in MandE building services
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and building services

Mansioni

• Tender preparation and pricing from client enquiries, drawings and specs
• Take-offs and build-ups for mechanical services (HVAC, piping, plant)
• Engage with equipment suppliers and subcontractors for quotations
• Identify value engineering and cost-saving options
• Assess project risks and review contract terms
• Collaborate with design managers, project engineers and operations teams
• Handover bids to operations and delivery teams

Conoscenze

Take-offs

Cost build-ups

Pricing

Numeracy

Negotiation

Strumenti

Excel

MEP estimating software

Descrizione del lavoro

Reporting to the estimating team, the Mechanical Estimator will prepare accurate, competitive tender packages for building services, design-and-build and installation projects across the South West. Based in Plymouth, this permanent post suits someone skilled in take-offs, cost build-ups and pricing mechanical services. Reviewing client enquiries, drawings, specifications and technical documentation to produce prime cost estimates forms the core of the work. Strong numeracy, commercial awareness and familiarity with MEP estimating software are essential. Salary ranges from £32,000 to £42,000 per annum, plus a benefits package. The contractor, RGB, holds framework agreements and a substantial secured pipeline, offering long-term stability, training and progression.

Mechanical Estimator Role Overview

As the Mechanical Estimator you are responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and commercially robust mechanical tender packages for building services, design-and-build, and installation projects across the South West.

The company A successful and respectable MEP contractor operating across the South West. Huge pipeline of secured work whilst sitting on a number of framework contracts, giving longevity of work for the foreseeable. A large privately owned firm who support staff to success with training and progression opportunities!

Key Responsibilities

• Tender Preparation and Pricing: Review client enquiries, architectural/MEP drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to formulate prime cost estimates.
• Take-offs and Build-ups: Complete detailed material and labour take-offs for mechanical services (including HVAC, low-temperature hot water heating, chilled water, domestic water, and public health systems).
• Supply Chain Engagement: Issue enquiries to equipment suppliers and mechanical subcontractors, analysing quotations for technical compliance and commercial value.
• Value Engineering: Identify alternative design proposals, material savings, and efficiency options to improve competitiveness while protecting project margins.
• Risk and Contract Review: Assess project risks, review commercial terms (such as NEC or JCT contract forms), and contribute to tender risk registers.
• [ - Stakeholder Collaboration: Liaise internally with design managers, project engineers, and operations teams, and attend client or tender settlement meetings.
• Handover Support: Manage the smooth commercial and technical handover of successful bids to the operational and delivery teams.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Experience: Proven track record working as a Mechanical Estimator or in a similar mechanical pre-construction role within the MandE building services sector.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, ductwork, pipework, plant installations, and relevant building regulations.
• Software Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and dedicated MandE estimating or digital take-off software.
• Commercial Awareness: Strong numerical, analytical, and negotiation skills with great attention to detail.

I am also eager to hear from assistant estimators, or candidates with transferable commercial skills. The client is able to provide, training and support to such individuals.

What’s on offer

A competitive salary, car allowance, pension, holiday plus more. Training, support, and progression!