Mechanical Estimator (MEP)

Mechanical Estimator (MEP)

£55,000 – £65,000 + Company Bonus + Hybrid Working + Career Progression + Training & Development + Early Finish Friday + Company Benefits

Manchester – Hybrid

Are you a Mechanical Estimator from an MEP or Building Services background looking to become a key technical specialist within a growing business, where you’ll have the autonomy to lead major tenders, influence project success, and progress into management?

This well-established MEP contractor has been delivering high-quality engineering solutions for over 60 years and continues to grow across the UK. Working across the Commercial, Healthcare, Education, Life Sciences, Heritage, Hospitality and Residential sectors, the company delivers complex mechanical and electrical projects from concept through to completion. Due to continued expansion, they are looking to add a Mechanical Estimator to strengthen their pre-construction team.

In this role, you will take ownership of mechanical tenders from initial enquiry through to project handover. You’ll prepare detailed cost estimates from drawings and specifications, obtain competitive supplier and subcontractor quotations, identify value engineering opportunities, assess commercial risk, and work closely with clients and internal teams to secure major MEP projects.

This role would suit a Mechanical Estimator from an MEP or Building Services background looking to become a key part of a growing business, working on high-value projects while progressing into a senior or management position.

The Role:

• Prepare mechanical estimates and manage tenders from enquiry through to handover
• Produce detailed take-offs from drawings, specifications and cost plans
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Identify value engineering opportunities and commercial risks
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and internal project teams throughout the tender process

The Person:

• Mechanical Estimator
• MEP or Building Services background
• Experience producing tender submissions and mechanical cost estimates
• Experience using Trimble, Amtech or similar estimating software
• Commutable to Manchester

Reference: BBBH26212A

Mechanical, Estimator, MEP, Building Services, Mechanical, Estimating, Tendering, HVAC, Plumbing, Cost Estimator, Take-Offs, Value Engineering, Commercial, Trimble, Amtech, Manchester, Greater Manchester, North West, Bolton, Stockport, Oldham

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications and skill set.

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