Estimator, Construction, Procurement / Purchasing
Listed on 2026-10-17
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Construction
Estimator, Procurement / Purchasing -
Engineering
Estimator, Procurement / Purchasing
At Dalkia, we're driven by a shared purpose: tackling climate change and building a better, more sustainable future. We bring together talented people who share knowledge, challenge each other and grow together.
Backed by EDF, Britain's biggest generator of low carbon electricity, we're a people-first culture. With 5,000+ employees and £600m+ turnover, we combine the strength of a major group with a great culture, innovative mindset and inclusive values making Dalkia a great place to work and grow your career.
North West Region | Dalkia Engineering
Following a number of significant project wins and continued growth across our North West business, we're looking to recruit an experienced M&E Estimator to join our work-winning team.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in securing major projects across sectors including healthcare, defence, commercial, critical infrastructure. Working alongside operational, commercial and pre-construction teams, you'll help develop competitive, robust and commercially sound tender submissions that support the continued success of our business.
Whether you're currently working for a Tier 1 contractor, a leading MEP specialist, or looking for the next step in your estimating career, we'd like to hear from you.
What You'll Do- Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for mechanical and electrical building services projects.
- Review tender enquiries, drawings, specifications and project documentation.
- Engage with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain and evaluate quotations.
- Identify project risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions.
- Support tender reviews, bid submissions and settlement meetings.
- Work closely with operational, commercial and pre-construction teams to develop winning tender strategies.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and supply chain partners.
- Monitor market conditions and pricing trends to ensure estimates remain competitive and commercially sound.
- Support the successful handover of awarded projects to delivery teams.
- Previous experience in an M&E Estimating role within the building services industry.
- A strong understanding of mechanical and electrical installations, costs and procurement routes.
- Experience pricing complex projects within a Tier 1 contractor or established MEP contractor environment.
- The ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender requirements.
- Strong commercial awareness and an ability to identify both risk and opportunity.
- Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively across multiple teams.
- A proactive mindset with a focus on quality, accuracy and continuous improvement.
People First – It starts with health, safety and wellbeing
Better Together – A collaborative team
Trusted Partners – Dedicated to our clients' success
Taking Responsibility – Making a positive difference
Equity, Diversity & InclusionWe're committed to an inclusive and fair recruitment process. If you need any adjustments please let us know, in confidence, our team is here to support you.
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