Mechanical Estimator — Competitive Pay & Progression

RGB Recruitment Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Pension

Holiday entitlement

Training & progression

Job summary

RGB Recruitment Ltd in Plymouth seeks a Mechanical Estimator for a full-time, permanent role. You will prepare competitive mechanical tender packages for building services, design-and-build and installation projects across the South West.

The role requires reviewing client enquiries, drawings, specifications and documentation to produce prime cost estimates and detailed take-offs, with close attention to detail and strong analytical ability.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical estimating or pre-construction in M&E building services.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering, ductwork, pipework and plant installations.
• Proficient in Excel and estimating software.
• Good commercial awareness and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Tender preparation, pricing and reviewing client enquiries.
• Carry out take-offs and build-ups for mechanical services including HVAC, heating, cooling, water systems.
• Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to analyse quotations.
• Identify value engineering options to protect margins.
• Review project risks and commercial terms, and contribute to risk registers.
• Collaborate with design managers, engineers and operations, and participate in tender meetings.
• Support handover of successful bids to delivery teams.

Skills

Tendering

Take-offs

Mechanical drawings

Analytical thinking

Excel

Tools

MS Excel

Estimating software

Digital take-off tools

Job description

RGB Recruitment Ltd in Plymouth seeks a Mechanical Estimator for a full-time, permanent role. You will prepare competitive mechanical tender packages for building services, design-and-build and installation projects across the South West.

The role requires reviewing client enquiries, drawings, specifications and documentation to produce prime cost estimates and detailed take-offs, with close attention to detail and strong analytical ability.