Mechanical Estimator

Job Title:

Mechanical Estimator

Location:

Ipswich, Suffolk

Salary:
Up to £70,000 - Depending on Experience

Benefits:
Company car or car allowance

A market leading regional M&E Contractor are looking for a Mechanical Estimator to join their established team. The company provides M&E services to a wide range of clients across a variety of sectors including commercial, healthcare leisure and residential developments.

You will be working within an established M&E estimating team in preparing mechanical estimates up to £6M so previous experience is essential.

As a Mechanical Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for mechanical building services projects. You will work closely with the pre‑construction and project delivery teams to secure new business and ensure projects are priced effectively. You will be involved in tender reviews, take‑offs, cost planning and liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure the best value.

• Preparing accurate and competitive mechanical services tenders including HVAC, pipework, plumbing and plant for a range of building services projects using estimating software packages.
• Carry out take‑offs and material quantity calculations.
• Analyse tender documents, drawings and specifications.
• Manage the tender process from initial enquiry through to final submission.
• Attend site surveys or tender interviews as necessary.
• Evaluate supplier and sub‑contract returns to ensure compliance with the tender specification.
• Maintaining and updating cost databases to reflect current market trends, material prices and labour costs ensuring accuracy and competitiveness.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and internal departments regarding completion of all information as required within the enquiry to support accurate cost planning.
• Provide ongoing assistance to the projects team if requests for the generation of variation costs are received.
• Close liaison with new and existing clients regarding any enquiries received and assigned.

• Overall knowledge and understanding of a wide variety of mechanical systems (HVAC, plumbing and public health) and their installation methods.
• Experience with in similar position as a Mechanical Estimator ideally with project values up to £6m.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet set deadlines whilst managing multiple tenders.
• Ability to plan, co‑ordinate and prioritise tenders.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong IT skills using Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Relevant qualifications in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services (desirable).