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Mechanical Estimator

Job Posted: a day ago

Salary: £ 50,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Dartford, Kent

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Mechanical Estimator – Permanent
Dartford | Up to £70,000 + Benefits
Reporting to: Estimating Manager

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join a reputable and growing contractor in Dartford. This is a key position within the Estimating team, supporting the Estimating Manager in the preparation, coordination, and submission of high-quality tenders across a range of mechanical and electrical projects.

The Role

As an Mechanical Estimator, you will be responsible for:

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    Reviewing and analysing tender documentation, raising RFI’s where required

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    Liaising with the supply chain and issuing enquiries

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    Completing take-offs in line with standard estimating practices

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    Vetting incoming tender/offers and ensuring the most commercially viable options are included

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    Preparing tenders for internal adjudication

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    Presenting costing approaches, programme durations, and project risks during adjudication meetings

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    Ensuring timely and accurate tender submissions

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    Supporting handover of successful projects to the operations team

What We’re Looking For

To succeed in this role, you will need to demonstrate:

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    A strong team mentality and collaborative approach

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    Excellent communication and organisational skills

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    High levels of initiative and problem-solving ability

Skills & Behaviours

We are seeking someone who is:

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    Commercially astute, with the ability to identify and manage risk

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    Detail-oriented, with a track record of meeting tight deadlines across multiple projects

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    Proactive and persuasive, able to advise clients on time- and cost-saving systems and solutions

Experience & Qualifications

Ideally, you will have:

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    A relevant apprenticeship or C&G/ONC qualification

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    Proven experience as an Estimator within an M&E contractor or the M&E division of a main contractor

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    A demonstrated ability to accurately estimate costs and timescales to meet tender deadlines

Apply Today

If you’re a driven and detail-focused Mechanical Estimator looking to take the next step in your career with a leading organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV or contact me directly for a confidential conversation

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