Job Description
Murray Recruitment are recruiting a Mechanical Estimator for our client based in Glasgow.
This position will be responsible for preparing and managing tenders, budgets, and pricing documents across a variety of projects, including M&E Lifecycle, Sustainability Projects, Contract Variations, and New Tenders. This role requires a detail-oriented and commercially minded individual who can deliver high-quality pricing submissions on time, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s goals.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and assess the requirements for tenders and budgets, ensuring accurate costings for M&E Lifecycle, Sustainability Projects, Contract Variations, and new tender opportunities.
* Conduct site surveys as required.
* Manage the tendering process from initial enquiry to final submission.
* Liaise professionally and effectively with clients and key stakeholders to meet deadlines.
* Develop tender strategies in collaboration with commercial, bid, and operational teams.
* Prepare and return high-quality tender submissions within agreed timelines.
* Establish competitive pricing by working with internal teams and supply chain partners.
* Develop and manage rates, pricing structures, and incentive schemes in line with commercial strategies.
* Produce commercial documentation for senior-level review and approval.
* Identify and mitigate risks related to contract terms, ensuring legal and financial obligations are met.
* Negotiate and agree terms and conditions with clients alongside the commercial team.
* Ensure compliance with contracting standards and profitability expectations.
* Collaborate with various internal departments, including Bid, Design, Commercial, Finance, and HR.
* Create detailed reports for senior management.
* Undertake additional tasks as required by the senior management team.
Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in pricing, tendering, or estimating roles with a background in mechanical installations
* Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage complex projects.
* Skilled in interpreting technical and commercial information to produce accurate pricing documents.
* Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
* Proficiency in preparing high-quality reports and presentations.
* Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
* Familiarity with Health & Safety regulations and their application within the workplace.
Offering
* Competitive salary DOE
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Flexible working options
* Comprehensive benefits package, including pension scheme, employee discount, life insurance and private healthcare.
* Opportunities to work on a variety of high-value commercial projects.