Meridian are working with a well-established M&E contractor as they grow their commercial team in their Preston office with the hire of a Mechanical Estimator. If you're looking to join a commercial contractor with an excellent reputation and strong foundation of clients across the North-west, then this opportunity is perfect for you. Typical contracts include offices, hotels, schools, prisons, MoD's, high-security projects, and leisure centres etc.
Benefits include (but are not exclusive to):
Starting salary between £60k - £70k p.a (DoE)
Immediate start available (subject to successful application)
Working on regionalised contracts, without nationwide work
Full company pension scheme
Full SSP cover
25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
Office-based role, with flexible attitude to WFH
Commercial benefits schemes such as gym and health-care discounts
Joining an existing, knowledgeable team with strong foundations in the North-west M&E regionRequirements for the role:
Prior knowledge of pricing commercial MEP building services on a variety of projects
Ideally a working background within Mechanical installations/building services
Strong commercial awareness and numerical skills, combined with existing knowledge of estimating software and Microsoft Office programmes
Ability to be client-facing and customer-service skills, with end users, supply chain members, and subcontractors
Strong understanding of mechanical drawings and 3D scans to change and adapt so client's needs and site restrictions
Able to work with other members of the pre-construction team and design team, to adapt and problem-solve
Excellent timekeeping skills with an ability to work to deadlinesDuties include (but are not exclusive to):
Working independently or as a larger team to draft mechanical tenders for upcoming projects in the North-west region
Adapt existing tenders or pre-construction documents to suit changing project demands
Analyse and interpret various designs and documents
Produce cost-effective and compliant tenders with an understanding of building regulations, HSE, and mechanical building services
Working closely across communication channels to collaborate and problem solve any potential problems during pre-construction and tender processes
Attending site and client visits when required to expand upon existing relationships, and better understand upcoming projects and potential new opportunitiesIf you're looking for a role as a Mechanical Estimator in a knowledgeable and well-established M&E team in the North-west then please apply directly to the advert or email (url removed) for more information
Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy
Salary description
£60000.00 - £70000.00 per year