Careers at Kimptons

Currently recruiting

At Kimptons we are always looking for the brightest minds in the industry, so even if you don’t see the role for you below and feel you would make a valuable member of the team, please do get in touch.

Mechanical Services Estimator

We are seeking an experienced full-time Mechanical Services Estimator to be based at our offices at Bromborough, Wirral. We have a variety of clients in a range of sectors including commercial, residential, industrial, health and education.
We are currently involved in design and build, new build and traditional pre-designed tenders. The role would include appraising tender documents, preparing sub contract and material enquiries, take-off and measurement, value engineering of tenders, preparation of estimates, cost plans and budget figures.

There would be involvement with design engineers during design development stages of projects so we are looking for a candidate with a proactive approach to securing projects using their experience and knowledge within the tendering process.

You would be working on tenders up to £5/6 million value and have some experience with Estimation and Ensign estimating software packages.

We would also like the candidate to be able to meet up with clients to discuss projects and prepare bid presentation packages.

The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, benefits include company pension plan, bonus and opportunities for career development, training and progression within the company.

Please email Ron Tierney, Technical Director

Service Engineers Required

Due to continued expansion we have vacancies for Service Engineers in this area. The positions include a competitive rate of pay, company vehicle, pension scheme and long term employment prospects.

Applicants must be time served in a mechanical discipline and be able to carry out reactive and preventative maintenance to a variety of heating and ventilation plant. A knowledge of oil and gas-fired burners and the controls thereof is required.

Applicants must have a full driving licence and relevant gas certificates.

Salary and Package will depend on the successful applicant’s experience and qualifications.

Please contact Colin Swanick on 0151 343 5904 for more information or send CV to: colin@kimpton.co.uk

Quantity Surveyor required

Kimptons are a long established M&E Contractor, based on the Wirral and are seeking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor to join our talented team. Their duties and responsibilities will include;

• Reviewing and Negotiating Client Terms and Conditions,
• Submitting Interim Applications to Clients,
• Assisting Project Managers to issue any Notices/Documents that are required and necessary under a particular Contract entered into with a Client,
• Cost forecasting,
• Preparing Activity Schedules and Schedules of Rates,
• Assisting in tendering processes. 

The Applicant must be familiar with the NEC, JCT FIDIC, GEC Works suites of Contracts and must be prepared to work in both the head office and at various Sites throughout Merseyside. The successful applicant will report directly to the companies directors. 

Salary and Package will depend on the successful applicant’s experience and qualifications.

Please contact Paul Cooper for more information or send CV to: paulc@kimpton.co.uk

Project Engineer required

Working with the Senior Project Engineers and the rest of the team, the role will be to develop, implement and review engineering contracts, making sure that best practices are applied on any given project.

The duties and responsibilities will include;

• Supervise the project delivery throughout the period of the contract
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure issues are dealt with promptly
• Work closely with clients to interpret client requirements and communicate with operational and technical teams
• Regularly review and update KPI’s on the contract with the Contract Manager
• Consult with technical and administrative staff regarding all aspects of the contract
• Discuss client requirements with technical and operational staff and ensure changes or concerns are properly executed in line with contractual compliance requirements
• Ensure all contract revisions and updates are made available to relevant parties involved in the project
• Manage sub contractors and suppliers and ensure adequate accurate records are kept
• Ensure sub contractors and other third parties comply with health and safety requirements
• Review and maintain contract costs and produce regular reports showing cost performance against budget

The Applicant must ideally be familiar with the NEC, JCT FIDIC, GEC Works suites of Contracts and must be prepared to work in both the head office and at various Sites throughout Merseyside. The successful applicant will report directly to the companies directors.

Salary and Package will depend on the successful applicant’s experience and qualifications.

Please contact Paul Cooper for more information or send CV to: paulc@kimpton.co.uk

Equal Opportunities and Diversity

Kimpton Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and employees in the same way regardless of race or colour, nationality or national or ethnic origin, religion or religious belief, sex or marital status, sexual orientation, disability or age. You can find our full Equality and Diversity Policy here. 

About Kimpton Energy Solutions

We are in a hugely exciting growth period for the business with a secure future ahead and we need to add to our highly skilled team.

Established in 1963, Kimpton’s have continued to remain as innovative as ever. From our roots as commercial plumbers, we’ve grown to design and install the most efficient HVAC systems and renewable energy solutions. If you didn’t know us before, here’s a little about Kimpton Energy Solutions.

We take a craftsmanship approach to Building Services and everything we do is to the highest standard possible which has helped to build our reputation as one of the North West’s leading Mechanical Building Services Contractors.

We are a company that takes its corporate and social responsibility seriously and invest in our team and our community. If you’d like to read more about how Kimpton Apprentices power the business then please read this series of articles. if you’d like to read our CSR Policy then please click here.

Also Recruiting

We are always interested to meet potential new team members who work in and have experience in HVAC site work or maintenance. Opportunities we may have in the future include the following:

• HVAC Engineers
• Mechanical fitters
• Plumbers
• Pipe Fitter/Welders
• Electrical Project Managers

Just call us on 0151 343 1963, or drop us a line via email to enquiry@kimpton.ltd.uk and we’ll be back in touch with you shortly.

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