Job Title: Mechanical Estimator
Location: Wakefield
Pay Range/details: Competitive
Contract Type: Permanent
Omega are supporting well-established building services contractor in Wakefield in their search for a skilled Mechanical Estimator. The right Mechanical Estimator will be responsible for costing mechanical packages for projects ranging from £30k to multi-million pound projects, focusing on HVAC and plumbing systems. They will prepare detailed tenders, assess drawings and specifications, liaise with suppliers and subcontractors, and compile accurate bids to support the business in securing new work.
If you are an Assistant Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager or a HVAC Engineer looking to get into estimating, this role could be the perfect step for you.
Key Responsibilities – Mechanical Estimator
Accurately cost HVAC and plumbing systems for projects, ensuring all materials, labour, plant, and subcontractor elements are accounted for.
Review mechanical drawings, schematics, and specifications to extract scope and quantify mechanical services required for accurate estimation.
Pull together comprehensive tenders and bid packages, including take-offs, technical queries, supplier quotes, and program inputs in line with client requirements and deadlines.
Obtain and evaluate quotations from mechanical suppliers and subcontractors to support accurate and competitive pricing.
Participate in project handover and clarification meetings with internal teams or clients, as required, to ensure smooth project transition and bid alignment.
Keep estimation software, price databases, and historical costing information up to date to improve accuracy and efficiency of future tenders.
Qualifications & Requirements – Mechanical Estimator
Experience in mechanical estimating within HVAC and plumbing.
Solid technical knowledge of HVAC systems, hot and cold-water services, drainage, and BMS controls.
Demonstrated ability to pull together full tender packages including take-offs, pricing, and supplier/subcontractor quotations.
Good grasp of cost control, value engineering, and risk assessment in a commercial project environment.
Knowledge of Current Building Regulation.
CSCS Card or SMSTS/SSSTS.
Able to pass a DBS check.
What we can offer – Mechanical Estimator
Company car.
Company pension.
20 Days holiday plus bank holidays – increasing after 2 years’ service.
Private health care after 2 years of service.
Progress and development opportunities within the business.
Company funded education and qualification opportunities.
For more information on this role, please contact Michael Farrell on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to
Candidates who are currently a Mechanical Estimator, HVAC Estimator, Building Services Estimator, Plumbing and HVAC Estimator, Assistant Project Manager or a Project Estimator may be suitable for this position.
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