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Do you want to work for an award-winning Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing Contractor with projects across GB, NI & ROI.

Due to continuous business growth NUGENT are delighted to have new positions arising.

Mechanical Estimator

Posted on:  30th April 2025

Job Title:  Mechanical Estimator

Closing Date:  01/06/2025

Closing Time:  3:00 pm

Reporting To:  Estimating Manager

Job Summary

NUGENT has a proud past, dating back to its formation in 1963 by Michael Nugent. The business is now a 2nd Generation Family business with offices in Pomeroy, Belfast & Dublin. NUGENT carry out large, complex MEP engineering project works in GB, NI & ROI with a workforce of 130 direct employees and 300 sub-contractors.

Our determination & focus enable us to deliver leading-edge construction solutions across a range of key sectors including; Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Heritage, Hospitality & Leisure, Life Sciences & Residential through our Major Projects, Facilities Management & Specialist Projects divisions.

Our people are the reason why we succeed & we continue to strive delivering exceptional services to our clients exceeding expectations.

The role:

NUGENT are seeking to recruit an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join our Commercial department.  You will be a motivated and reliable individual who brings enthusiasm and positively to the team and you should enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.

This role can be based either in our Pomeroy or Belfast Office, depending on experience and candidate’s location (travel may be required to our other offices from time to time).

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Responsible for detailed mechanical take offs for a variety of projects from high level cost plans / budgets, design & build & fully designed.
  • Taking tenders through from arrival in the company to the effective handover to our contracts team when the project is secured.
  • Liaise and communicate with Sub-Contractors, Vendors and Suppliers to prepare tenders in a timely manner.
  • Understand and analyse mechanical drawings and schematics to establish the right price.
  • Take an active role in preparing commercial quantified schedules of rates / tender summary information.
  • Identify valued engineering options and any risks during the tender bid period.
  • Build relationships with our customers to promote repeat business.
  • Excellent attention to detail & communication skills.

Skills and Qualifications: Essential

  • Time served plumber (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) or proven industry experience.
  • Be able to demonstrate a comprehensive mechanical technical knowledge.
  • Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
  • Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Self-motivated, with a ‘can-do’ approach to work and willingness to learn and assist.
  • Organised and disciplined in your planning an approach to work.
  • Work well and confidently as part of a team in a busy environment.

 

Skills and Qualifications: Desirable

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
  • Proficient in Trimble (Amtech) Estimating Software or similar.

 

Why NUGENT?

We are a great bunch of people and it is a fun place to work!

  • Competitive Packages
  • Pension Scheme
  • Personal Development
  • Work / Life balance
  • Private Healthcare and Cash Plan Scheme
  • Social Activities
  • Work with Charities
  • Flexi-time
  • Company Uniform
  • Free Parking

 

Apply Now:

Send your CV to: HR@nugent.com or give us a call on 028 8775 8617 for a general chat.

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