Mechanical Estimator (Nuclear & Major Projects)

Mechanical Estimator (Nuclear & Major Projects)
Up to £70,000 + Car Allowance + Comprehensive Benefits Package
Bridgwater | Bristol

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join a major engineering delivery team supporting one of the UK's largest and most significant nuclear infrastructure programmes.

Working on a flagship project within a highly regulated environment, you'll play a key role in developing robust, commercially competitive tender submissions for complex mechanical building services packages.

Supporting the Hinkley Point C programme doesn't necessarily mean being based on site every day. Alongside project activities at HPC, the team also operates from offices in Bridgwater and Bristol, offering a level of flexibility not commonly associated with major nuclear projects.

The Role

You will be responsible for the preparation of detailed cost estimates across a range of complex mechanical building services works, supporting tender submissions from initial enquiry through to final commercial review. Operating within a highly regulated project environment, you'll produce technically robust estimates, assess delivery risks and opportunities, and contribute to the successful tendering of major mechanical packages.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for mechanical building services packages.
• Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Undertake detailed quantity take-offs and pricing exercises.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identify risks, opportunities and value engineering proposals.
• Develop tender clarifications, assumptions and exclusions.
• Support tender review and governance processes.
• Collaborate with operational and commercial teams to develop winning bids.
• Maintain accurate estimating and tender records throughout the bid lifecycle.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Estimator within Building Services, M&E or MEP contracting, ideally delivering projects within the nuclear, energy, infrastructure or other highly regulated sectors.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, heating and cooling systems, pipework, public health services and associated mechanical plant.
• Experience preparing estimates for complex construction, engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working within major projects, nuclear, defence, energy, power generation or similarly regulated environments would be highly advantageous.
• Relevant engineering qualifications are desirable.

Package

• Salary up to £70,000
• £5,780 Car Allowance
• Choice of 9-Day Fortnight or Traditional 5-Day Working Week
• Access to offices in Bridgwater, Bristol and Hinkley Point C
• 26 Days Annual Leave
• Private Healthcare
• Life Assurance (4x Salary)
• 5.75% Employer Pension Contribution
• Travel and Lodge Allowances where applicable

If you're an experienced Mechanical Estimator looking to apply your expertise on one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure programmes, we'd like to hear from you.