Mechanical Estimator
Shaftesbury, Yeovil
DK050925MECHESTIMATORYEOSHAFT
Mechanical & Electrical
Permanent

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Discipline: Engineering

Speciality: Estimating, Mechanical

UK Residency Required: Yes

Salary: £50k - £60k per annum

Benefits: + Car Allowance + Pension etc

Apply by: 31/10/2025

Min Experience: years

OVERVIEW & ROLE DESCRIPTION

Overview

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Estimator on behalf of a well-established building services company.

Established over 35 years, they specialise in the design, installation, servicing and maintenance of HVAC systems. They have a team of over 50 staff members, including 35 engineers.

They work in a range of sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Education and Healthcare. They have excellent clients including 2 local authority frameworks.

The average length of service between the current team is over 10 years. They like to promote from within and provide excellent training opportunities. It is a great time to join this growing business.

This is a permanent position working Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. The salary is paying £50k – £60k per annum depending on experience. Perks include Company Car or Car Allowance + Pension + 21 days annual leave plus bank holidays. There are regular salary reviews based on merit and a clear line for progression. Candidates can either be based at the Yeovil or Shaftesbury office.

 

Responsibilities

  • Commercial projects ranging from £50k – £2Million mechanically.
  • All aspects of Tender Documentation and Preparation including; reading drawings and specifications.
  • Assess key supply chain in line with strict tender requirement.
  • Ensuring estimating procedures are followed and inputting data into the estimation software programme.
  • Advise key information to the Pre-construction Manager & the Directors for tender evaluation.
  • Generating a list of Sub-contractors & Suppliers for enquiries to be sent out to and carry out the whole tender process while following company procedures.

 

Skills & Attributes

  • You will previously have worked in a building services consultancy or contractor as a Junior Mechanical Estimator, Mechanical Design Estimator, Mechanical Estimator, M&E Estimator or Building Services Estimator, Trainee Mechanical Estimator.
  • Knowledge of programmes such as Trimble, Excel, Outlook, Word and a general understanding of I.T.
  • Preferably, come from a degree background in Estimating/Quantity Surveying; however, we will also consider candidates who have progressed within a company to gain their estimating experience.
  • Show understanding and have the ability to apply themselves working under pressure to meet deadlines.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
  • An eye for detail and a desire to work to a very high standard.
  • Full UK Driving License.

 

Note:- Apex Resourcing Solutions are acting as an Employment Agency

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • You will previously have worked in a building services consultancy or contractor as a Junior Mechanical Estimator, Mechanical Design Estimator, Mechanical Estimator, M&E Estimator or Building Services Estimator, Trainee Mechanical Estimator.
  • Knowledge of programmes such as Trimble, Excel, Outlook, Word and a general understanding of I.T.
  • Preferably, come from a degree background in Estimating/Quantity Surveying; however, we will also consider candidates who have progressed within a company to gain their estimating experience.
  • Show understanding and have the ability to apply themselves working under pressure to meet deadlines.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
  • An eye for detail and a desire to work to a very high standard.
  • Full UK Driving License.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Commercial projects ranging from £50k – £2Million mechanically.
  • All aspects of Tender Documentation and Preparation including; reading drawings and specifications.
  • Assess key supply chain in line with strict tender requirement.
  • Ensuring estimating procedures are followed and inputting data into the estimation software programme.
  • Advise key information to the Pre-construction Manager & the Directors for tender evaluation.
  • Generating a list of Sub-contractors & Suppliers for enquiries to be sent out to and carry out the whole tender process while following company procedures.

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