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About the Role We are looking for both a Mechanical Estimator and an Electrical Estimator to join our growing commercial team. These roles will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for commercial mechanical and electrical projects, supporting the business in securing new work and delivering profitable projects. You will work closely with the commercial, design, and operations teams to assess tender documentation, identify risks and opportunities, and produce detailed cost submissions. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate cost estimates and tender submissions for mechanical or electrical installation projects. Review drawings, specifications, and tender documents to determine project requirements. Conduct detailed quantity take-offs and material pricing. Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations. Prepare bill of quantities and cost breakdowns. Identify value engineering opportunities to improve project competitiveness. Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal teams during the tender process. Assist in preparing technical and commercial tender returns. Attend pre-tender meetings and site visits where required. Support the commercial team during post-tender negotiations and handover to project delivery teams. Maintain and update cost databases and estimating records. Skills & Experience Experience in an estimating role within an M&E contractor or building services environment. Strong understanding of commercial mechanical or electrical installations. Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. Experience preparing competitive tenders for commercial projects. Strong numerical, analytical, and organisational skills. Good communication skills and ability to work within a commercial team environment. Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Excel. Knowledge of UK construction and procurement processes. Desirable Background in building services engineering. Experience working on commercial, healthcare, education, or industrial projects. HNC/HND/Degree in Building Services Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar. Membership of a professional body such as CIBSE or IET (beneficial).

Job Title: Technical Mechanical Supervisor Type of Employment: Permanent Location: Cambridge to the South East (must be willing to travel across this region) Salary: £55,000 £60,000 per annum Start Date: ASAP Job Overview An established and growing mechanical services contractor is seeking Technical Mechanical Supervisors to join their team on a permanent basis. This role is ideal for time-served commercial plumbers or pipefitters with a strong heating and ventilation background who are looking to step into a supervisory or management position. Candidates who are currently on the tools and looking to progress into site management are strongly encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Supervision of direct and sub-con Operatives, plant and equipment, to ensure that they carry out duties required and work efficiently and effectively within the requirements of the Company. To ensure that works are completed to the required Company standard and within projected time-scale, costs and technical requirements. Carry out inspections of works in progress and completed works, schedule additional works and monitor progress. Monitor performance of Operatives within specific contracts, undertake surveys and prepare reports. Monitor operatives to ensure compliance with quality, H&S and performance targets. Ensure that statutory obligations in relation to Gas Safety Regulations and any other regulation that is specific to your area of operation. To be aware of the exact disposition of all Operatives and sub-contractors in the field and their availability, to control and liaise with sub-contractors and Operatives in the field to ensure that all aspects of the Operatives and sub-contractors function is fully resourced and serviced to maintain maximum efficiency. To act as a liaison between Operatives in the field and the PMs within the dept, so that problems and issues can be dealt with effectively and efficiently. Keeping records as required and where appropriate. To report on a regular basis within the requirements of the PM on the status of all works within the Department to identify, in good time, problems of time-scale or resources. To ensure that all work carried out complies with the relevant sections of the Health and Safety at Work Act . Requirements Time-served Commercial Plumber or Pipefitter. Strong experience in heating and ventilation systems. Previous supervisory experience is desirable but not essential. Suitable for operatives looking to transition from tools into management. Good communication and leadership skills. Ability to work across multiple sites within the Cambridge to South East region. Package Competitive salary of £55,000 £60,000 depending on experience. Permanent position with a growing mechanical services contractor. Opportunity for career progression into management . If you are an experienced mechanical operative ready to take the next step in your career, we would be keen to hear from you.

Electrical Supervisor to work alongside Contracts Manager and team of experience electricians. Work in Educational and Leisure industries. Office in Watford but work will be predominantly site based. Projects are generally based in the South East but can cover the Midlands etc at times. Duties: Oversee Electricians Deal with issues on site by M&E Contracts Manager Price projects Communicate with M&E Contracts Manager Liase with clients Testing and certification Ordering of materials Site meetings Qualifications required: Latest BS7671 18th edition 2391 testing Current JIB Gold card with suitable grading Clean driving license Experience : Ideally has worked as a qualified NIC EIC supervisor previously Experience of the leisure industry would be ideal (pubs, hotels, restaurants and shops) and/or the education sector would be ideal.