Mechanical Estimator in North East

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Mechanical Estimator for a leading family owned building contractor based in County Durham.

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape a brand-new role within the business, working alongside the Head of Mechanical to help drive the continued growth of an expanding mechanical division.

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf our client.

What you'll be doing

• Preparing high-quality competitive tenders for commercial and domestic mechanical projects and responding to client queries.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documents.
• Producing accurate take-offs and detailed cost estimates.
• Obtaining and reviewing supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Identifying value engineering and cost-saving opportunities.
• Carrying out occasional site visits.
• Working closely with our design, commercial and operations teams.
• Helping improve our estimating systems and processes.

What we're looking for

• Experience within the mechanical sector, including plumbing, heating or ventilation.
• Knowledge of mechanical services in commercial and domestic projects.
• Estimating experience within mechanical services.
• Good commercial awareness and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, organisation and IT skills.
• A proactive, positive, team-focused approach.

What you'll receive

• Salary of £40,000 £60,000, depending on experience, plus benefits
• Ongoing training and career development in a growing business.
• A supportive, family-run business where your ideas are valued.
• The opportunity to make a genuine impact in a newly created role.
• Primarily office-based with occasional site visits.