Junior Mechanical Estimator

Duval Associates

Junior Mechanical Estimator – Dartford HQ – Superb opportunity to work in a thriving SME within a bigger group – Sustainable energy, design and eco massive!
Salary: Up to £45,000 – £55,000 + Bonuses + Pension – Ideally 1-2 years of HVAC – energy related experience – Learn, Learn and grow – On the up!
Seriously worth a chat with Amy @ Duval – See LinkedIn and email

Are you a mechanical estimating passionista? ready to bring 2-4 years’ experience and learn and grow and forge the next stage of your career? Our client, a fast-growing and ambitious M&E contractor in Dartford, is expanding their team so rapidly that they’re turning away opportunities to bid because they just don’t have enough hands! This is your chance to join a vibrant, high-energy team and make an immediate impact.

About the Role:
Reporting to the Estimating Manager, you’ll be in the thick of the action:

* Dive into tender documents, analyse, raise RFIs, and liaise with the supply chain

* Prepare competitive, accurate tenders and present your costing approach and risk assessments

* Influence internal decisions in tender adjudication meetings

* Support smooth project handovers to operations, ensuring everything starts perfectly

Who We’re Looking For:

* Minimum 2 years’ estimating experience preferred (but ambitious candidates who can hit the ground running are welcome!)

* Sharp commercial awareness and a proactive mindset

* Excellent communicator with strong organisational skills

* A true team player who thrives under pressure and loves solving problems

* Confident attending client site meetings as required

Why This Role Rocks:

* Career growth: Everyone in the team has progressed – potential to move into a Senior Mechanical Estimator role, with rapid advancement opportunities

* Flexible working: 5 days in the office with start times between 7–9am and finish between 4–6pm (1-hour lunch)

* Generous perks: Up to £65k DOE, Christmas bonus, pension, 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays

* Prime location: Parking on-site, 20 minutes from the train station, 45-minute commute

* Dynamic, young team: energetic, collaborative, and motivated – your ideas will be heard and valued

If you’re ready to jump into a busy, exciting environment, work alongside a driven team, and make your mark in a growing company, we want to hear from you!

Apply Now – Contact Amy at Duval Today