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Mechanical Estimator

Inverness, Scotland

We’re looking for a Mechanical Estimator to join our growing team in Inverness. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality bids and driving commercial success within a leading engineering business.

Key Responsibilities:

Acting as the main point of contact between MARCH and clients throughout the bid process

Reviewing tender drawings and preparing accurate quantity take-offs

Issuing enquiries to the supply chain and evaluating returned quotations

Building detailed cost estimates using estimating software

Supporting value engineering and innovative bid solutions

Managing risk in line with commercial policy

Preparing and presenting bids for internal approval and client submission

Producing final tender documentation

Supporting contract reviews, negotiations, and governance processes

Managing contract terms, warranties, and obligations

Contributing to commercial strategy and margin improvement

Skills, Experiences & Qualifications:

Mechanical background within construction or engineering (MEP)

Experience in estimating or strong commercial awareness

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

Confident working across teams and influencing stakeholders

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Full UK driving license

What we offer 

A competitive salary + Car allowance

A world leading flexible benefits package and healthcare.

An employer who values the ongoing wellbeing of its employees.

Company pension scheme.

Career development within a successful and growing business.

About Us

We are MARCH®. The leading provider of critical engineering services. Supporting the industries we all rely on to improve their infrastructure, process, and digital environments. We work together with our customers to maintain business continuity, optimise output, and drive new standards in productivity, reliability, and sustainability. We help deliver operational resilience, increased performance, and better environmental outcomes, across the board.

Why March?

Progress is People.

MARCH has ambitious plans and central to our future growth is attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent. Whether your role is onsite or office-based, engineering or support, we offer opportunities for all our people to develop their careers and maximise their potential. MARCH is committed to building teams that reflect a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe diverse thinking strengthens engineering, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let the team know