At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare accurate estimates for diverse mechanical projects across various sectors.
- Company: Respected mechanical contractor with a strong reputation in building services.
- Benefits: Up to £70K salary, car allowance, private healthcare, and long-term career stability.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth within a supportive and dynamic team.
- Why this job: Join a stable team and contribute to impactful projects in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in mechanical estimating and strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 £ per year.
Salary and Package - Up to 70K DOE - Car Allowance/Car after Probation/ Death In Service & Private Healthcare
Location: Coventry
Full-time, Permanent Position
About the Company
This client is a well-respected Mechanical contractor who deliver projects across the commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, residential and public sector environments throughout the Northwest of England & the wider UK. With a strong reputation for quality, technical expertise and long-term client relationships, the business continues to secure a healthy pipeline of work across both new-build and refurbishment projects.
Why Join Them
This Mechanical Estimator opportunity offers the chance to join a stable and growing business with a long-standing presence in the building services sector. As a Mechanical Estimator, you will become part of an experienced pre-construction team working on a varied portfolio of projects across multiple sectors. The successful Mechanical Estimator will benefit from a consistent workload, support from experienced operational and commercial teams, and genuine opportunities to develop within the business. This role would suit someone looking for long-term career stability within a company that values quality, professionalism and collaborative working. For an experienced Mechanical Estimator, it is an opportunity to play a key role in securing and delivering future projects.
About the Role
The Mechanical Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for a range of electrical building services projects. Responsibilities include:
- Preparing detailed electrical tenders and cost plans from drawings, specifications and client requirements
- Reviewing tender documentation and identifying key project risks and opportunities
- Obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations
- Producing take-offs and detailed pricing schedules
- Working closely with design, commercial and operational teams during bid preparation
- Supporting value engineering exercises and alternative design solutions
- Attending site visits and pre-tender meetings where required
- Managing multiple tender submissions and deadlines simultaneously
- Maintaining accurate records of estimates, quotations and tender correspondence
- Assisting with handovers to project delivery teams following successful awards
- Monitoring market conditions, labour rates and material pricing trends
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors and clients
The role will involve pricing projects across sectors including healthcare, education, commercial, industrial and public sector developments, ranging from smaller works through to larger packages.
Summary
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Estimator seeking a long-term position within a well-established and highly regarded building services contractor. With a strong order book, diverse project portfolio and supportive team environment, the role offers both stability and the opportunity to contribute to significant projects across the region.
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