Northampton Recruitment Ltd
Northampton, Northamptonshire
Nov 13, 2025
Full time
Contract:Permanent, full-time (office-based) Department:Pre-Contract / Estimating Sectors:Large-scaleresidential,student accommodation,hotelprojects Reports to:Mechanical Estimating Manager Were partnering with a leading building services contractor to hire aMechanical Estimatorinto a high-performing Pre-Contract team. Youll produce robust tenders and cost plans, collaborate across the supply chain, and help win flagship projects in residential, PBSA and hospitality. What youll do Produce detailedtender bidsandcost planswith accuracy and pace Manage the day-to-daytender process, maintaining standards and hitting deadlines Attendmid/post-tender meetingsand leadpost-tender controlactions Interface with existing and prospective clientsbuilding trust and credibility Engage withsub-contractors and suppliers: issue enquiries, assess returns, and develop new leads Work closely with the widerM&Eteam; while mechanically biased, apply a solid understanding of associatedelectricalservices Maintain impeccable documentation via electronic control systems What youll bring Proactive, approachable style; youlead by exampleand communicate clearly Comprehensive technical knowledge ofMechanical Building Services Commercial acumen to ensure tenders arefinancially sound Widesupplier/sub-contractorknowledge and market awareness Comfortable with e-tendering platforms:issuing enquiriesandupdating documents Trimble Estimationexperience (or similar) and strong general IT skills Thorough, efficient, and flexible around deadlines Team player who supports a friendly, high-quality,QA-drivenenvironment Why youll love it Competitive salary 25 days holiday(rising to 30 with service)+ bank holidays Company car scheme Private healthcare&life insurance Pensionwith5.5% employer contribution Enhanced family policies: Maternity & adoption:13 weeks full pay+26 weeks at SMP Paternity:2 weeks full pay(consecutive or flexible instalments) Employee-ownedculture and aflexible holidayscheme Strongcareer prospectsin a successful, growing team Interested?Send your CV or message for a confidential chat. If your background spans mechanical estimating within M&Eand youre passionate about winning work the right waywed love to speak. JBRP1_UKTJ