Mechanical Estimator

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.

Contract
Permanent, Full Time
Location
Hybrid Working, based in Glasgow
Specialism
Executive & Management, Operations
Salary
£60,000-£75,000 per year
Hours
Flexible Monday to Friday
Closing Date
13/02/2025
Reference
MR-5665

Job Description

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.

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