Mechanical Estimator (Building Services)

ZipRecruiter; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building services company is seeking a Mechanical Estimator to assist with Central-based projects. Responsibilities include handling enquiries, data input into estimation software, and tender analysis. Candidates with a mechanical background and relevant qualifications are preferred but those willing to learn will also be considered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car or car allowance

Life cover

Private health insurance

Pension

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Qualifications

• Experience with leading M&E sub-contractors.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong mechanical background is preferred, not essential.

Responsibilities

• Sending enquiries to suppliers and sub-contractors.
• Inputting data into estimation software.
• Analysing quotations for compliance.

Skills

Mechanical background

Estimating

Analytical skills

Education

Relevant industry qualifications

Job description

Job Description

Your new company

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established company with an unrivalled reputation within the building services sector. The company offers comprehensive electrical and mechanical design, installation, and maintenance services across various sectors.

Your new role

We are urgently seeking a Mechanical Estimator to assist with the delivery of our Central-based projects.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Sending out enquiries to suppliers and sub-contractors.
2. Taking off drawings and inputting data into estimation software.
3. Analysing received quotations to ensure compliance with tender information.
4. Completing tender analysis, including preliminary costs.
5. Customising the master tender letter and summary to suit submission requirements and incorporating any specific clarifications.

What you'll need to succeed

Experience working for leading M&E sub-contractors. A strong mechanical background with relevant industry qualifications and experience in estimating the full mechanical package is preferred but not essential. Applicants with a positive attitude and willingness to expand into the role will be considered.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary
• Car or car allowance
• Life cover
• Private health insurance
• Pension
• 25 days of annual leave (plus public holidays)

What you need to do now

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