Mechanical Estimator

Mechanical Estimator

Salary: £60,000 - £85,000 + Package

Location:

London

Client:

We are working on behalf a specialist MEP contractor who have operated within the London market for more than 20+ years. With an annual turnover in excess of £40m and on target to reach £50m for 2026, they specialise within the commercial, education and healthcare sectors; undertaking a mixture of new build, fit out and refurbishment projects.

Boasting a robust balance sheet and an established client base, they have cemented themselves as a key MEP supplier for multiple London contractors. Typically, their projects are between £5m-£15m MEP value. They have aims to continue growing and since, they have been winning projects and taken on new clients.

THE ROLE:

Working in the estimating department, the Mechanical Estimator will be responsible for the handling of new tender enquiries, liaising with professional teams/principal contractors, mid/post bid tender interviews, leading the pricing of mechanical services. They’re looking for a Mechanical Estimator who is keen on exploring a range of projects, sectors and work their way up with a company who offers long-term progression into senior roles.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:

Organise site surveys, understanding survey requirements and submission method

Attend tender interviews with client team and principal contractor

Liaise with internal departments such as commercial, operations and design to gather key information for the tender enquiry

Understand the employer’s requirement/ tender documents and specification to dispatch enquires to subcontractors, specialist subcontractors and suppliers.

Assess suitability of subcontractor quotes and compliance with tender document, achieving best value at tender stage.

Apply value engineering methods.

Undertake take-offs of tender drawings and input data into estimation software

Ensure all elements of tender are accounted for prior to the tender being submitted.

Stipulate cost reports taking into consideration required mark-up.

Upon tender success lead tender handover meeting with operations and commercial teams, providing ongoing assistance throughout the project duration.

In return they offer:

A healthy client base and excellent relationships

A well-structured team to support you, consisting of Estimating, Design and Operational departments.

Realistic opportunities to progress and grow within a business that is on an upward trajectory