Mechanical Estimator

1st Step

1st Step Solutions are supporting a M&E Contractor who have an opportunity for a Mechanical Estimator on a permanent basis based in Northampton.

Our client is seeking to appoint an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join their highly successful pre-contract team reporting directly to the Mechanical Estimating Manager.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:
  • Preparing detailed tender submissions and cost plans
  • Attending mid-tender and post-tender meetings
  • Managing post-tender activities and controls
  • Building and maintaining relationships with existing and prospective clients
  • Liaising with subcontractors and suppliers, utilising established supply chains while also developing new business opportunities
This role involves the day-to-day management of the tendering process, ensuring high standards are maintained and all deadlines are achieved. Although mechanically focused, the position requires a sound understanding of electrical building services. Applicants should demonstrate extensive industry knowledge and possess experience across a variety of sectors, particularly residential, hotel, and student accommodation projects.
This is a permanent, office-based position offering excellent long-term career prospects.

Requirements
  • Proactive, approachable, and professional attitude
  • Ability to lead by example
  • Strong technical knowledge of all aspects of mechanical building services
  • Thorough, organised, and detail-oriented approach
  • Extensive knowledge of suppliers and subcontractors
  • Good understanding of associated electrical services
  • Strong commercial awareness to ensure financially viable tenders
  • Flexible and adaptable approach to meeting deadlines
  • Computer literate, with experience using Trimble Estimation software
  • Experience issuing supply chain enquiries through electronic platforms
  • Experience issuing and updating tender documentation using electronic control systems
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
  • Commitment to maintaining quality standards in line with company QA procedures
  • Ability to work effectively within an integrated M&E team
Package
  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days annual leave (increasing to 30 days with service), plus bank holidays
  • Company car scheme
  • Private healthcare and life insurance
  • Pension scheme with 5.5% employer contribution
  • Enhanced maternity and adoption pay: 13 weeks full pay followed by 26 weeks SMP
  • Enhanced paternity pay: 2 weeks full pay, available consecutively or flexibly
  • Employee-owned business structure
  • Flexible holiday scheme
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