Mechanical Project Manager / Estimator

Job Title: Mechanical Estimator / Project Manager
Location: Midlands-based with occasional nationwide travel
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview:

An established and growing mechanical and electrical contractor is looking to expand its mechanical operations across the facilities maintenance and commercial sectors. They are seeking a capable and experienced Mechanical Estimator / Project Manager to support tendering, project delivery, and team development.

The business works across multiple sectors including commercial, regeneration/social housing, PPM, and rail, with most projects based in the Midlands but some nationwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain relationships with new and existing clients, identifying suitable tender opportunities

• Prepare accurate and competitive mechanical tender submissions and quotations

• Meet tender deadlines while adapting to changes and providing value-engineered alternatives

• Oversee contract management including procurement, labour, and materials within budget

• Attend site and client meetings as required

• Prepare and issue valuations in line with project requirements

• Contribute to maintaining accreditations and company compliance standards

• Support health & safety, quality, and delivery across mechanical installations

• Develop and manage site-based teams and supervisors

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Time-served mechanical engineer with well-rounded industry knowledge in both domestic and commercial sectors

• Strong estimating and contract/project management experience

• Confident working independently and as part of a wider operational team

• Good understanding of health, safety, and environmental legislation

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications & Competencies:

• Unvented Hot Water Storage Systems

• Gas Safety Competencies (Domestic & Commercial):

  • Domestic: CCN1, CENWAT, CDGA1, CIGA1, CORT1, CoNGLP1 (PD)

  • Commercial: COCN1, BMP1, ICPN1, TPCP1, TPCP1A

• City & Guilds 2382 – 17th Edition Wiring Regulations

• Valid CSCS card

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook

Benefits:

• Enrolment to pension scheme (up to 5% employer contribution)

• Annual discretionary bonus scheme

• Loyalty-based annual leave increase

• Paid leave for children’s first day at primary/secondary school

• Corporate discounts on leisure memberships

• Mental health support services

• EE corporate mobile discount