Mechanical Estimator

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing M&E contractor in Preston is seeking a Mechanical Project Estimator to join their team. This role focuses on pricing, negotiating tenders, and collaborating with project teams on various commercial and industrial sites. The company prides itself on a flexible work culture and strong community engagement.

Benefits

Flexible working pattern

Community events and charity days

Qualifications

• Full understanding of mechanical building services, such as plumbing systems, HVAC.
• Experience in estimating, pricing, and negotiations in commercial projects.
• Good oral and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in producing accurate tenders meeting client needs.
• Negotiate quotes and discuss supply chain data.
• Work with pre-construction and design teams on material usage.

Skills

Communication skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Client:

Meridian Business Support

Location:

preston, lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

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Job Description:

Meridian are working with a well-known M&E Contractor in the North-west, who are owned by a larger global parent company. Working on commercial and light industrial projects, you'll be joining as a new role as part of a growing team. Typical projects include schools, offices, MoD sites, universities, student accommodation and many more. If you are looking to join a well-established MEP company in the North-west, with a solid client base with consistent work available then this opportunity is perfect for you:

Benefits include (but aren't exclusive to):

• Joining a growing team in a company of c.50 employees
• Company vision focused on keeping a closely-knit team in a flexible working atmosphere
• Option of flexible working pattern (subject to successful probation)
• Working on regionalised contracts on various commercial and light industrial sites
• Team community events, charity days, and working with charity partners
• Joining a company with a larger parent company that turns over £50m+

Requirements for this role include:

• Full understanding of Mechanical building services, such a plumbing systems, HVAC, heating and sanitary systems etc.
• Experience with Estimating, Pricing, and Pre-Construction phases of commercial and light industrial projects
• Experience with the full stages of commercial fit outs, such as 1st and 2nd fix, mechanical building services, HVAC systems etc.
• Experience with pricing, discussing, and negotiating tenders, including attending supply chain meetings
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Great numerical skills and ability to analyse quantitative data
• Computer-literate and proficient with Microsoft Office

Duties may include:

• Working with pre-construction and design teams to gauge equipment, material and supply chain usage
• Assist with the production of accurate tenders, to meet client's needs whilst remaining achievable and profitable
• Negotiate quotes and exchange data with clients and members of the supply chain. This will include estimating and analysing material costs, and working closely with other members of pre-construction and design teams
• Provide follow-up negotiations through discussions and meetings with clients
• Work closely with your Bid Manager and other members of the Design and Delivery teams
• Help other managers to help secure work that will prove profitable and help to grow your company
• Work closely with other members of the Design and Delivery teams to ensure constant communications across the channels through all stages of the project

If you are looking for an opportunity at a growing M&E contractor based in Blackpool that work on various-sized commercial and industrial projects in the local region, then please apply directly to the advert or email your cards and CV to [emailprotected] for more information.

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.