Mechanical Estimator

Mechanical Estimator

Meridian are working with a well‑established M&E contractor to grow their commercial team in their Preston office by hiring a Mechanical Estimator. This opportunity is ideal for those looking to join a commercial contractor with an excellent reputation and a strong foundation of clients across the North‑west.

• Starting salary between £60k - £70k p.a (DoE)
• Immediate start available (subject to successful application)
• Work 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 region

• 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 deliver customer‑service skills to end users, supply chain members, and subcontractors
• Strong understanding of mechanical drawings and 3D scans to adapt to client needs and site restrictions
• Able to work with other members of the pre‑construction team and design team, to adapt and problem‑solve
• Excellent time‑keeping skills with an ability to work to deadlines

• Work independently or as part of 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
• Work closely across communication channels to collaborate and problem‑solve any potential problems during pre‑construction and tender processes
• Attend site and client visits when required to expand existing relationships, and better understand upcoming projects and potential new opportunities

If you are looking for a role as a Mechanical Estimator within a knowledgeable and well‑established M&E team in the North‑west, please apply directly to the advert or email (url removed) for more information.