Job Description:

Mechanical Estimator – Nuclear Sector – Manchester

Mechanical Estimator | Nuclear | Manchester | Career Progression

Are you an experienced Mechanical Estimator looking to build a long-term career within the UK’s thriving nuclear sector? We are recruiting for a talented Mechanical Estimator to join a growing team in Manchester, working on high-profile nuclear engineering projects that offer exceptional career development and progression.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Estimator to become part of a forward-thinking organisation delivering technically challenging projects within one of the UK’s fastest-growing industries. If you’re looking to develop your career in a secure sector with outstanding progression opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Mechanical Estimator, you will play a key role in preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for mechanical engineering projects within the nuclear industry. Working closely with engineering, commercial and project delivery teams, you will ensure estimates are technically robust, commercially competitive and aligned with client requirements.

This role offers exposure to major nuclear projects, providing an excellent platform for career growth and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for mechanical engineering projects.
• Review drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Produce accurate material take-offs and labour estimates.
• Identify project risks and value engineering opportunities.
• Liaise with clients, engineers and commercial teams throughout the tender process.
• Support bid reviews and presentations where required.
• Maintain accurate estimating records and pricing databases.

About You

To be successful as a Mechanical Estimator, you will have:

• Previous experience as a Mechanical Estimator within engineering, building services or industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and installation methodologies.
• Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Experience interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive approach with excellent attention to detail.

The following experience would be advantageous:

• Nuclear sector experience.
• Mechanical engineering.
• Building Services.
• HVAC.
• Process engineering.
• Industrial or highly regulated environments.

Candidates with transferable estimating experience from engineering, manufacturing, oil & gas, power generation or other complex mechanical environments are encouraged to apply.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work within the UK’s expanding nuclear sector.
• Based in Manchester with a well-established and growing engineering business.
• Excellent career progression and clear opportunities for promotion.
• Ongoing professional development and industry training.
• Exposure to high-value, technically challenging engineering projects.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Long-term job security within a growing market.

If you’re an ambitious Mechanical Estimator looking to develop your career in the nuclear industry, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a business that genuinely invests in its people. With exciting projects, structured career progression and excellent development opportunities, this role is ideal for someone ready to take the next step in their career.

If you are interested in discussing this Mechanical Estimator position in more detail, please contact Dean Parry at Emeya Recruitment, I am available 8am-7pm.