Mechanical Estimator

1st Step Solutions are supporting a M&E Contractor who have an opportunity for a Mechanical Estimator on a permanent basis based in Northampton.

Our client is seeking to appoint an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join their highly successful pre-contract team reporting directly to the Mechanical Estimating Manager.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Preparing detailed tender submissions and cost plans
• Attending mid-tender and post-tender meetings
• Managing post-tender activities and controls
• Building and maintaining relationships with existing and prospective clients
• Liaising with subcontractors and suppliers, utilising established supply chains while also developing new business opportunities

This role involves the day-to-day management of the tendering process, ensuring high standards are maintained and all deadlines are achieved. Although mechanically focused, the position requires a sound understanding of electrical building services. Applicants should demonstrate extensive industry knowledge and possess experience across a variety of sectors, particularly residential, hotel, and student accommodation projects.
This is a permanent, office-based position offering excellent long-term career prospects.

Requirements

• Proactive, approachable, and professional attitude
• Ability to lead by example
• Strong technical knowledge of all aspects of mechanical building services
• Thorough, organised, and detail-oriented approach
• Extensive knowledge of suppliers and subcontractors
• Good understanding of associated electrical services
• Strong commercial awareness to ensure financially viable tenders
• Flexible and adaptable approach to meeting deadlines
• Computer literate, with experience using Trimble Estimation software
• Experience issuing supply chain enquiries through electronic platforms
• Experience issuing and updating tender documentation using electronic control systems
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Commitment to maintaining quality standards in line with company QA procedures
• Ability to work effectively within an integrated M&E team

Package

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave (increasing to 30 days with service), plus bank holidays
• Company car scheme
• Private healthcare and life insurance
• Pension scheme with 5.5% employer contribution
• Enhanced maternity and adoption pay: 13 weeks full pay followed by 26 weeks SMP
• Enhanced paternity pay: 2 weeks full pay, available consecutively or flexibly
• Employee-owned business structure
• Flexible holiday scheme