Mechanical Estimator & Bid Manager

Overview

JOB TITLE:

Mechanical Estimator & Bid Manager

LOCATION:

SALARY: £45k - £55k + Car

JOB INFORMATION - Mechanical Estimator & Bid Manager

• As a Mechanical Estimator & Bid Manager, prepare detailed cost estimates for mechanical services packages, including HVAC, refrigeration, pipework, plumbing, and associated systems.
• Analyse tender drawings, specifications, schedules, and client requirements.
• Carry out detailed take-offs, cost build-ups, and analytical assessments.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Identify commercial risks, opportunities, and value engineering.
• Maintain accurate pricing records, cost data, and benchmarking.
• Manage the full bid process from opportunity identification through to submission.
• Prepare, compile, and submit compliant tender documentation.
• Coordinate inputs from internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Attend site visits, surveys, and pre-tender meetings where required.
• Manage post-tender clarifications, negotiations, and award considerations.
• Ensure effective and structured handover of successful bids to Operations, including scope, pricing assumptions, risks, and exclusions.

CANDIDATE INFORMATION - Mechanical Estimator & Bid Manager

• As a Mechanical Estimator & Bid Manager, you will have proven experience in mechanical estimating within building services, small works, maintenance, and Hard FM environments.
• Strong technical understanding of mechanical systems and installation.
• Comfortable managing multiple tenders simultaneously with minimal supervision.
• Confident interpreting technical drawings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with good negotiation abilities.
• Well organised, able to prioritise workload, and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, solution-focused, and detail-oriented.
• Good command of the English language.
• Smart, professional, optimistic, and helpful in collaboration.
• Reliable, flexible, and responsible with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

COMPANY INFORMATION - Mechanical Estimator & Bid Manager

Specialists in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC), Air Source Heat Pumps, Refrigeration, Design & Consultation, our client is a well-established and reputable business with a diverse range of clients, including educational institutions such as colleges and schools, cultural venues like theatres, recreational facilities including tennis and golf clubs, and specialised environments such as laboratories.