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Mechanical Estimator

Job Posted: 18 days ago

Salary: £ 55,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire

Expire in: 10 days

Job Description

Mechanical Estimator (Building Services / M&E) – Hybrid Working

📍 Shrewsbury / Hybrid / Site Visits
💰 £55K-£60K

Are you an experienced Mechanical Estimator looking to join a forward-thinking and growing building services business?

I’m working with a well-established M&E contractor who is looking to strengthen their pre-construction team with a technically strong Mechanical Estimator. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in securing and delivering high-value mechanical projects across a diverse portfolio.

This position offers a hybrid working model, strong long-term prospects, and the chance to work alongside an experienced and collaborative estimating and design team.

The Role

As a Mechanical Estimator, you will be responsible for producing accurate, competitive, and technically compliant tenders across a range of building services projects.

You will be involved from initial enquiry through to handover to operations, ensuring all submissions are commercially sound and aligned with project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Pricing

  * Prepare detailed mechanical take-offs from drawings and specifications

  * Price labour, materials, and plant in line with tender strategy

  * Build prelims, risk allowances, and value engineering options

  * Develop and maintain cost benchmarks and pricing data

Supplier & Subcontractor Management

  * Issue and manage RFQs to suppliers and subcontractors

  * Analyse and level quotations to ensure best value

  * Review and validate design intent, including mechanical calculations where required

Tender & Handover

  * Produce tender submissions, including clarifications, exclusions, and assumptions

  * Support development of programmes, BOQs, and cost breakdowns

  * Ensure smooth and detailed handover to delivery teams

Collaboration

  * Work closely with estimators, designers, and commercial teams

  * Ensure all estimates are technically compliant and commercially viable

What We’re Looking For

  * Extensive experience as a Mechanical Estimator within Building Services / M&E

  * Strong understanding of mechanical systems including:

      * HVAC

      * Public Health

      * LTHW / CHW systems

      * Domestic services

  * Proven experience producing detailed and accurate tenders

  * Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail

  * Experience with estimating software and cost databases

  * Relevant qualification (HNC/HND or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering / Building Services)

What’s on Offer

  * Competitive salary (DOE)

  * Hybrid working flexibility

  * Exposure to a wide range of projects

  * Clear progression within a growing business

  * Collaborative and supportive team environment

Additional Information

  * Role based in Shrewsbury with hybrid working available

  * Occasional travel to client and project sites required

  * Flexibility for occasional overnight stays

Apply Now

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