Mechanical Estimator (M&E)

Contract: Permanent, full-time (office-based) Department: Pre-Contract / Estimating Sectors: Large-scale residential , student accommodation , hotel projects Reports to: Mechanical Estimating Manager Were partnering with a leading building services contractor to hire a Mechanical Estimator into a high-performing Pre-Contract team. Youll produce robust tenders and cost plans, collaborate across the supply chain, and help win flagship projects in residential, PBSA and hospitality. What youll do Produce detailed tender bids and cost plans with accuracy and pace Manage the day-to-day tender process , maintaining standards and hitting deadlines Attend mid/post-tender meetings and lead post-tender control actions Interface with existing and prospective clientsbuilding trust and credibility Engage with sub-contractors and suppliers : issue enquiries, assess returns, and develop new leads Work closely with the wider M&E team; while mechanically biased, apply a solid understanding of associated electrical services Maintain impeccable documentation via electronic control systems What youll bring Proactive, approachable style; you lead by example and communicate clearly Comprehensive technical knowledge of Mechanical Building Services Commercial acumen to ensure tenders are financially sound Wide supplier/sub-contractor knowledge and market awareness Comfortable with e-tendering platforms: issuing enquiries and updating documents Trimble Estimation experience (or similar) and strong general IT skills Thorough, efficient, and flexible around deadlines Team player who supports a friendly, high-quality, QA-driven environment Why youll love it Competitive salary 25 days holiday (rising to 30 with service) bank holidays Company car scheme Private healthcare & life insurance Pension with 5.5% employer contribution Enhanced family policies: Maternity & adoption: 13 weeks full pay 26 weeks at SMP Paternity: 2 weeks full pay (consecutive or flexible instalments) Employee-owned culture and a flexible holiday scheme Strong career prospects in a successful, growing team Interested? Send your CV or message for a confidential chat. If your background spans mechanical estimating within M&Eand youre passionate about winning work the right waywed love to speak.

Location: Northampton, East Midlands, GB

Posted Date: 11/4/2025