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Mechanical Estimator – Building Services
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited · Manchester
Job description
About the role
We are seeking a Mechanical Estimator with a Building Services background to join a fast‑growing MEP engineering firm. You will work on multi‑million‑pound projects across commercial, healthcare, education and other sectors, preparing estimates and managing tenders from enquiry through to handover.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare mechanical estimates and manage tenders from enquiry to handover on projects up to £30 million.
- Produce detailed take‑offs from drawings, specifications and cost plans.
- Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations.
- Identify value‑engineering opportunities and commercial risks.
- Collaborate with clients and internal teams to secure major projects.
Required profile
- Proven experience as a Mechanical Estimator in Building Services / MEP.
- Ability to produce accurate mechanical estimates and tender submissions.
- Familiarity with Trimble or similar estimating software.
- Willingness to commute to Manchester (commutable).
Required skills
- Trimble (or similar) estimating software.
- Amtech.
- Mechanical estimating.
- Tendering.
- Value engineering.
What we offer
- Salary £50,000‑£60,000 per year.
- Company benefits and bonus scheme.
- Ongoing training, development and clear progression path.
- Early finish on Fridays.
- Hybrid working arrangement.
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Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
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