Job Description

Mechanical Estimator
Location: Northampton (Office based - discretionary 1 day/week WFH)
Salary: 20,000 - 70,000 + car / allowance + benefits
Level: Assistant Estimator through to Senior Estimator
Role Summary
A leading MEP contractor is seeking a Mechanical Estimator at Assistant through to Senior level to strengthen its pre-construction team due to sustained growth and a strong forward workload. The role offers exposure to technically complex mechanical packages across large-scale MEP projects.
The business has a healthy order book and is actively securing work well into 2027-2029.
Company Overview
Operating across multiple non-residential sectors, the company delivers high-value MEP projects typically ranging from 5m to 50m, supported by a highly experienced estimating function. The team structure includes 2 senior bid leads, with dedicated electrical and mechanical estimating teams.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare mechanical estimates including HVAC, pipework and plant systems
Complete take-offs, cost plans, tender pricing and bid documentation
Utilise Trimble and estimating software to support accurate pricing
Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to build competitive tenders
Assist in bid reviews, value engineering and risk assessment
Support bid leads on major tenders and complex projects
Contribute to improving estimating accuracy and efficiency
Requirements
Background in mechanical estimating within MEP / building services
Experience across commercial and non-residential sectors
Exposure to projects with 5m - 50m MEP values
Familiarity with Trimble or similar estimating tools advantageous
Ability to work effectively within a collaborative estimating team
Package & Benefits
Salary 20,000 - 70,000 depending on experience
Car or car allowance
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Additional holiday day every 3 years (up to 5 extra days)
Flexible holiday scheme (buy/sell up to 1 week)
Company pension (5.5% employer / 3.5% employee minimum)
Free private medical scheme
Working Hours
38.5 hours per week
Mon-Thurs: 8:30am-5:00pm (30 min lunch)
Fri: 8:30am-4:00pm (1 hour lunch)

Skills Required