Job Description:

Mechanical Estimator

Hertfordshire | Up to £80,000 + bonus + private medical insurance + benefits | Permanent

James Lewis Recruitment is recruiting a Mechanical Estimator for an established engineering contractor delivering complex building services projects across data centres, critical environments and commercial buildings.

This is an opportunity for an experienced estimator who enjoys getting into the technical detail of a project, building accurate costs and working closely with engineering and delivery teams to develop competitive tenders.

The role

You’ll manage mechanical estimates from initial enquiry through to tender submission and handover, ensuring proposals properly reflect the scope, installation requirements and commercial risks.

Responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documents to establish the mechanical scope.

• Producing detailed take-offs and estimates covering labour, materials, plant and subcontract packages.

• Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations.

• Identifying scope gaps, exclusions, technical queries and project risks.

• Working with design and delivery teams to assess installation methods and programme requirements.

• Developing alternative proposals and value engineering opportunities.

• Presenting estimates for internal review and preparing tender submissions.

• Supporting tender clarifications and handing successful bids over to the project team.

About you

• Previous mechanical estimating experience within an M&E or building services contractor.

• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, pipework, plant and associated mechanical installations.

• Confidence interpreting drawings and specifications and building detailed cost estimates.

• Experience assessing supply chain quotations and managing tender deadlines.

• Good working knowledge of Excel and estimating software.

• A mechanical trade or relevant engineering qualification would be advantageous.

• Experience with data centres, critical environments or complex refurbishment projects would be particularly useful.

The package

• Basic salary up to £80,000, depending on experience.

• Bonus scheme.

• Private medical insurance.

• Company pension.

• Life assurance.

• Annual leave allowance.

• Training and professional development opportunities.

Apply with your CV or contact James Lewis Recruitment for a confidential discussion.