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Junior Mechanical Estimator

Elite Hire Solutions
Cannock · posted 19 August 2026
Salary
£35,000 – £40,000 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Cannock, Staffordshire
Category
Construction
Junior Mechanical Estimator Cannock | M&E Contractor | Up to £40,000 DOE Are you a Plumber, Mechanical Engineer or experienced Mechanical Installer looking to get off the tools and move into estimating? We’re working with an established M&E contractor based in Cannock who are looking to bring in a Junior Mechanical Estimator and train someone with the right technical background and attitude. This could be a great opportunity for someone from a plumbing / mechanical building services background who understands how systems are installed and now wants to develop a career within mechanical estimating. The Role You’ll work alongside the existing estimating team, learning how to price and prepare tenders for a range of mechanical building services projects. You’ll be involved in: * Assisting with mechanical estimates and tenders * Reviewing drawings, specifications and schedules * Pricing labour, materials and subcontract packages * Assisting with take-offs and quantities * Obtaining supplier and subcontractor quotations * Supporting the preparation of tender submissions * Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and clients * Developing your knowledge of mechanical building services and estimating * Working closely with the senior estimating and commercial teams Who We’re Looking For We’re particularly interested in speaking with people who have a plumbing or mechanical installation background and are looking for their next career move. You could be: * A Qualified Plumber looking to come off the tools * A Mechanical Engineer / Mechanical Installer * A Plumbing Supervisor looking for an office-based role * A Mechanical Improver with strong technical knowledge * Someone already assisting with pricing or estimating * Someone with good knowledge of commercial building services who wants to learn estimating Estimating experience isn't essential — the key is having a good understanding of mechanical services, being comfortable with numbers and drawings, and having the right attitude to learn. What’s On Offer? 💷 Up to £40,000 depending on experience 📍 Cannock 🏢 Established M&E Contractor 📈 Full training and development into Mechanical Estimating 💻 Office-based role 🚀 Genuine long-term career progression If you're currently working on the tools and thinking “I want to get into estimating”, this could be exactly the opportunity you've been looking for
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