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Mechanical Estimator

United Kingdom, Borehamwood Employment contract · Job Posted June 30, 2026
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Careers Graduate Scheme Apprenticeships Vacancies Login Mechanical Estimator Ark - Borehamwood Contract: Permanent Salary: Competitive Competitive salary, with confidence of working for an established and growing company. Company Pension Scheme. Private Healthcare. Opportunity for progression within the business. An opportunity to work on some of the nation’s most exciting Construction projects. Dedicated Training & Development Department. A stimulating & dynamic environment. Newly refurbished Gym & Multi-purpose Studio in Head Office. In-house barista. Subsidised Cafeteria. Team bonding events. Sporting Events – perfect for the keen cyclist/runner. With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success, so if you’re committed, talented and enthusiastic, the JRL Group is the right place for you. Ark Mechanical & Electrical Services was created in line with the JRL Group’s philosophy of ‘owning the solution’. With MEP vital to the success of every project, the Group identified that dividing the package had the potential to adversely affect the critical path. Taking control of this, Ark M&E provides a complete mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) solution for large complex residential projects. We require a Mechanical Estimator to join our Preconstruction team based at our head office in Borehamwood. Role & Responsibilities: Support the Estimating team with Mechanical bids and tenders. Prepare and submit prime cost estimates utilising Enterprise Estimating Software. Liaise with internal and external engineers, consultants and subcontractors to construct and formulate estimates and resolve issues. Analyse drawings, specifications and other documentation to prepare estimates. Identify and provide alternative design proposals, solutions and value engineering options. Establish and maintain tendering processes and conduct negotiations. Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors. Support and encourage junior team members. Monitor targets and workflow. Control and organise tender documentation. Perform other duties at managements' discretion. Requirements: A sound technical knowledge of Mechanical systems essential. Minimum 5 years’ experience in Mechanical Estimating supported by current qualifications. Knowledge of the construction industry essential. Experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office, Enterprise Estimating and On-screen take off. Previous customer service experience. Strong communication skills, should be able to communicate confidently with all members of the construction team, directors, clients and consultants. Ability to work on own initiative with confidence and accuracy. Further academic workplace training may be available for the right candidate. Willingness to be flexible within the working day and management of targets. Apply Now Email this job to a friend Share Legal Health & Safety Policy Environmental Policy Quality Policy Privacy Notice Cookies Tax Modern Slavery Policy Gender Pay Gap Report Manage My Data Copyright © 2026 JRL Group Meta title of the page: "Mechanical Estimator - JRL Group".

Job Responsibility

  • Support the Estimating team with Mechanical bids and tenders
  • Prepare and submit prime cost estimates utilising Enterprise Estimating Software
  • Liaise with internal and external engineers, consultants and subcontractors to construct and formulate estimates and resolve issues
  • Analyse drawings, specifications and other documentation to prepare estimates
  • Identify and provide alternative design proposals, solutions and value engineering options
  • Establish and maintain tendering processes and conduct negotiations
  • Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors
  • Support and encourage junior team members
  • Monitor targets and workflow
  • Control and organise tender documentation
  • Perform other duties at managements' discretion

Requirements

  • A sound technical knowledge of Mechanical systems essential
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in Mechanical Estimating supported by current qualifications
  • Knowledge of the construction industry essential
  • Experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office, Enterprise Estimating and On-screen take off
  • Previous customer service experience
  • Strong communication skills, should be able to communicate confidently with all members of the construction team, directors, clients and consultants
  • Ability to work on own initiative with confidence and accuracy
  • Further academic workplace training may be available for the right candidate
  • Willingness to be flexible within the working day and management of targets

What we offer

  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Private Healthcare
  • Opportunity for progression within the business
  • An opportunity to work on some of the nation’s most exciting Construction projects
  • Dedicated Training & Development Department
  • A stimulating & dynamic environment
  • Newly refurbished Gym & Multi-purpose Studio in Head Office
  • In-house barista
  • Subsidised Cafeteria
  • Team bonding events
  • Sporting Events – perfect for the keen cyclist/runner

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