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1st Step Solutions are supporting a building services engineering company who have an opportunity for a Mechanical Estimator based in Grays, Essex. (with site visits as required) Our client delivers Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing solutions across commercial, industrial and residential sectors. Job Overview Responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders for mechanical services packages. This includes reviewing specifications, mechanical drawings, carrying out detailed take-offs, liaising with suppliers/subcontractors, and producing full cost plans for HVAC, plumbing and public health systems. Key Responsibilities Prepare mechanical estimates for HVAC, heating, cooling, ventilation, domestic services, drainage and associated plant. Analyse tender documentation including drawings, specifications, schedules and scope of works. Produce material and labour take-offs, bills of quantities, pricing schedules and tender summaries. Obtain, evaluate and negotiate quotations from suppliers and specialist subcontractors. Identify project risks and include appropriate allowances. Support the development of pre-construction budgets and cost plans. Work closely with electrical estimators, design engineers, project managers and the commercial team. Attend internal tender review meetings and contribute to tender strategy. Prepare tender clarifications, exclusions and assumptions. Produce detailed and clearly structured final tender submissions. Maintain accurate estimating records and update internal cost databases. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience as a Mechanical Estimator within building services or mechanical contracting. Strong understanding of mechanical building-services systems Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, schematics and specifications. Competency with estimating and digital take-off tools. Excellent numeracy, commercial awareness and attention to detail. Desirable Experience in MEP estimating or combined services tenders. Qualifications HNC/HND, NVQ, or Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services (advantageous). Proven track record in electrical estimating (required). CSCS card (or willingness to obtain). On Offer: Competitive salary Company car / allowance Pension scheme Career progression opportunities Private health care Excellent annual leave entitlement

A leading UK Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP) contractor and design specialist is currently recruiting for an experienced MEP Design Manager to join their growing team. Our client is recognised for delivering high-quality MEP solutions across new build, refurbishment, and fit-out projects. They pride themselves on innovation, in-house BIM expertise, technical excellence, and a strong commitment to sustainable construction. The Role As MEP Design Manager , you will lead the design function on a variety of exciting projects. You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end MEP design process, ensuring coordinated, compliant, and cost-effective solutions that meet or exceed client expectations. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the MEP design team. Oversee the production and delivery of Mechanical, Electrical, and Public Health designs. Manage design programmes, budgets, and resources. Drive BIM and digital design processes across projects. Liaise with clients, architects, consultants, and internal delivery teams. Conduct design reviews, technical submissions, and value engineering. Support tender and pre-construction stages with expert MEP input. Champion sustainability and innovation in design delivery. Candidate Requirements Proven experience as an MEP Design Manager or Senior MEP Designer. Strong technical knowledge across Mechanical, Electrical, and Public Health systems. Hands-on experience with BIM/Revit and other design software. Excellent project coordination, leadership, and stakeholder management skills. Relevant qualifications (CIBSE, IET, or equivalent) are highly desirable. Package Competitive basic salary (depending on experience). Company car / car allowance. Pension, health benefits, and other attractive perks. Excellent career progression opportunities within a forward-thinking business. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented MEP Design professional to take ownership of design delivery with a respected and innovative contractor.

Revit MEP Coordinator Hyperscale Data Centre Location: Portsmouth / Europe Contract: 6-Month Rolling Contract / Permanent Rate: Up to £42 per hour Outside IR35 Hours: 40 hours standard, likely to average approximately 45 hours per week Working Pattern: First month office-based, then hybrid 3 days office / 2 days home Employer: Main Contractor Project: Large-Scale Hyperscale Data Centre The Role We are currently seeking an experienced Revit MEP Coordinator to join a leading Main Contractor working on a large-scale Hyperscale Data Centre project in Europe . This is a high-intensity, fast-paced project environment requiring an experienced MEP Coordinator who can work effectively under pressure, manage complex MEP services and deliver high-quality coordinated models to demanding project programmes. We are open to both contract and permanent candidates . For contractors, the opportunity is available on a 6-month rolling basis , paying up to £42 per hour Outside IR35 . The successful candidate will initially work from the project team's office near Portsmouth for the first month . Following this initial period, the role will move to a hybrid working pattern of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home . Key Responsibilities Coordinate complex Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health MEP systems using Revit. Develop, maintain and coordinate detailed MEP models for construction. Undertake multidisciplinary coordination and clash detection. Identify, investigate and resolve clashes and technical coordination issues. Work closely with the Main Contractor's BIM, Digital Engineering, Design and Construction teams. Coordinate with MEP subcontractors, consultants, engineers and other project stakeholders. Attend and contribute to BIM and MEP coordination meetings. Review models and drawings to identify design and constructability issues. Ensure models are developed in accordance with project BIM standards, specifications and deadlines. Support the delivery of coordinated information for construction and installation. Work to demanding project programmes within a high-pressure, fast-moving environment . Proactively identify potential issues and work collaboratively to achieve solutions. The Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will have strong commercial experience in Revit MEP coordination , ideally gained within a Main Contractor, MEP Contractor or specialist subcontractor environment. You should have: Strong experience as a Revit MEP Coordinator including Fabrication within Revit Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Revit MEP . Strong understanding of Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health services. Proven experience coordinating complex multidisciplinary MEP models. Experience with clash detection and resolution. Previous experience working on large-scale Data Centre projects is highly desirable. Excellent understanding of BIM and construction coordination processes. Ability to work under pressure and meet demanding deadlines. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. A proactive and collaborative approach to problem solving. Desirable Experience Previous Hyperscale Data Centre experience. Experience working for a Main Contractor . Experience coordinating MEP subcontractor models. Detailed/fabrication-level MEP modelling experience. Experience with Navisworks, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC/BIM 360) or similar platforms. Experience working on major European Data Centre projects. Contract & Permanent Opportunities Contract Up to £42 per hour Outside IR35 6-month rolling contract 40 hours standard, with approximately 45 hours per week anticipated Initial 1 month office-based near Portsmouth Thereafter 3 days office / 2 days home Laptop ideally provided by the contractor Project Revit/BIM licence can be supplied Permanent Permanent candidates with the right experience will also be considered, with the opportunity to join the Main Contractor on a long-term basis and work on major Hyperscale Data Centre projects. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Revit MEP Coordinator to join a major Main Contractor and work on a technically complex Hyperscale Data Centre project in Europe . The project is fast-moving and high intensity, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a challenging construction environment and wants to be involved in the coordination and delivery of a major Data Centre project. Contractors and permanent candidates with strong Revit MEP and Data Centre experience are encouraged to apply.