Mechanical Estimator

Mechanical Estimator

Salary: £60,000 £ 65,000 DOE

About the Company

Our client is a well-established construction company specialising in mechanical and electrical building services. They deliver high-quality installation, maintenance, and compliance solutions across residential, commercial, and public sector projects, and are recognised for their technical expertise, reliability, and professional approach.

The Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-driven Mechanical Estimator to join their commercial team. Working alongside an established Electrical Estimator, you will be responsible for compiling the mechanical elements of combined M&E tenders.

This role focuses solely on mechanical building services, including HVAC, BCW, LTHW, pipework, ventilation, plumbing, and associated systems. You will play a key role in securing new projects and supporting the company s continued and sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing and interpreting tender documentation, specifications, schedules, and design drawings

• Producing accurate material and labour take-offs for mechanical systems including HVAC, LTHW, BCW, plumbing, and ventilation

• Preparing detailed cost estimates, bills of quantities, and pricing schedules

• Requesting, sourcing, and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations

• Supporting bid development, including proposals, clarifications, and value engineering options

• Assessing project risks and cost impacts to deliver commercially robust estimates

• Maintaining pricing libraries to ensure consistency and accuracy

• Collaborating closely with project management, engineering, and procurement teams during tender and handover stages

• Attending pre-tender meetings, site visits, and client briefings where required

• Tracking completed project performance against original estimates to support continuous improvement

Skills & Qualifications

Essential:

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Estimator within the UK construction or building services sector

• Strong understanding of mechanical systems including HVAC, chilled water, LTHW, plumbing, ventilation, and gas

• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and schematics

• Competence with estimating software and digital tools (e.g. Bluebeam, Trimble/Accubid, Esti-Mate, Plan Swift) and Microsoft Excel

• Excellent numerical, analytical, and attention-to-detail skills

• Strong communication skills with good commercial awareness

• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team

Desirable:

• HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline

• Knowledge of relevant UK standards, building regulations, and CIBSE guidance

• Experience delivering projects across commercial, healthcare, residential, education, or industrial sectors

• Experience using Simpro CRM

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Excellent salary and benefits package

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Sick pay

Company events

Private healthcare (after 6 months)

Life assurance (4x salary)