Mechanical Estimator : Dartford : GBP 70,000
; Location: Dartford
; Full:Time :Days Monday to Friday
; Salary: GBP 66,000 + GBP 4,200 Car Allowance + Bonus Scheme
Are you a skilled Mechanical Estimator with a strong background in HVAC and M and E projects? Do you thrive in fast:paced environments, with a keen eye for detail, commercial risk, and project profitability?
Our client : a well:established building services contractor with over 40 years of success : is expanding their team and looking for a talented Mechanical Estimator to support their continued growth. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable company that offers long:term job security, career progression, and genuine investment in your professional development.
You will be required to travel to sites in London.
; Key Skills Required:
: Strong mechanical engineering background with understanding of wider M and E disciplines
: Excellent communication skills across all levels (internal and external)
: High:level organisational and time management abilities
: Energetic, proactive, and self:motivated
: Demonstrated ability to estimate and secure projects up to GBP 5M
: Minimum 5 years experience in HVAC:led project environments
: Confident working both independently and within a team setting
; Core Responsibilities:
: Apply the company's Bid/No Bid protocols rigorously, escalating where necessary
: Review and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, and site information to produce accurate estimates
: Prioritise and manage multiple deadlines efficiently
: Identify and assess operational and commercial risks prior to bid submission
: Use Ametch to prepare clear, modular estimates covering labour, materials, specialists, and time : delivering compliant scopes and margin targets
: Develop value engineering and alternative bid proposals where appropriate
: Strengthen the subcontractor and supplier network by sourcing and introducing new, skilled options
: Improve and structure the internal costing database to suit varying work types and sizes
: Complete all elements of the Project Handover and Mobilisation Checklist for successful bids
: Flag any variation opportunities or risk items to the delivery team during project handover
: Attend client meetings, tender interviews, and presentations as required
: Support compliance with all Health and Safety requirements and initiatives
; What's on Offer:
: GBP 66,000 base salary
: GBP 4,200 car allowance
: Performance:related bonus scheme
: Opportunity to work on high:profile, high:value projects
: A dynamic, supportive, and ambitious team environment
: Clear pathway for career progression and long:term development
: Comprehensive benefits package