Mechanical Estimator

Vincent Gurney Ltd; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus scheme

Company vehicle after probation

Company pension

Career progression opportunities

Competitive salary

Job summary

Vincent Gurney Ltd in Sittingbourne, Kent is seeking a Mechanical Estimator to prepare detailed estimates for residential projects (£5-15M). You will review drawings, cost data and work with clients, suppliers and subcontractors to bid effectively.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in mechanical estimating for residential schemes, knowledge of Quickscale or Extreme Estimating, and strong negotiation, communication, and deadline discipline.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in mechanical estimating for residential projects (£5M-£15M).
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and construction processes.
• Proficiency in estimation software (Quickscale & Extreme Estimating preferred).
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed Mechanical/Plumbing estimates for residential projects (£5-15M).
• Hold meetings with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Assist in labour histograms, draft programs, cash flow forecasts, and procurement schedules.
• Collaborate with Electrical Estimation Team for joint bids.
• Review specifications, schematics, and drawings.
• Produce accurate cost estimates and take-offs; track material and labour prices.
• Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Support contracts manager and commercial team on live projects.
• Experience in high-rise residential and design & build schemes.
• Proficiency in estimation software such as Quickscale & Extreme Estimating (preferred).

Skills

Mechanical estimating

Residential construction

Estimating software

Tools

Quickscale

Extreme Estimating

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Estimator
Location: Sittingbourne, Kent
Salary: £75K - £80K (DOE)

The Role:

• * Prepare detailed Mechanical/Plumbing estimates for residential projects (£5-15M).
• * Hold meetings with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• * Assist in preparing labour histograms, draft programs, cash flow forecasts, and procurement schedules.
• * Collaborate with the Electrical Estimation Team for joint bids.
• * Review specifications, schematics, and drawings.
• * Produce accurate cost estimates and take-offs, staying updated on material and labour prices.
• * Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors.
• * Support the contracts manager, commercial team, and supervisors on live projects.
• * Experience in high-rise residential and design & build schemes required.
• * Proficiency in estimation software such as Quickscale & Extreme Estimating preferred but not essential.

The Company:

• * 18+ years of experience delivering residential new build and refurbishment projects.
• * Based in Kent, strong order book for 2027.
• * Specializes in domestic fit-outs and large district heat networks.
• * 30+ direct employees.

The Ideal Candidate:

• * Extensive experience in mechanical estimating for residential projects (£5M-£15M).
• * Strong understanding of mechanical systems and construction processes.
• * Proficiency in estimation software (Quickscale & Extreme Estimating preferred).
• * Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• * Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

What You'll Get:

• * Competitive salary (£75K - £80K).
• * Annual bonus scheme.
• * Company vehicle after probation.
• * Company pension.
• * Career progression opportunities.