Mechanical Estimator
Listed on 2026-02-28
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Estimator, Civil Engineering, Building Services Engineer
Mechanical Estimator
Location:
Central London / Hybrid Working
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 (DOE) + Benefits
Contract:
Permanent
We are working with a leading London-based engineering contractor who specialise in delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical building services across a wide range of sectors, including commercial fit-outs, residential, healthcare, life sciences and data centres.
Due to continued growth and a strong secured pipeline, they are now looking to appoint a Mechanical Estimator to join their commercial team. This is a key role within the business, where your commercial insight and technical knowledge will directly influence project success and future workload.
Role Responsibilities- Preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for mechanical building services packages from tender through to submission
- Analysing drawings, specifications and tender documentation to identify scope, risk and resource requirements
- Producing detailed take-offs for mechanical installations, plant, pipework and associated systems
- Liaising with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain and evaluate quotations
- Supporting value engineering initiatives to improve competitiveness and margin
- Identifying commercial risks and pricing accordingly
- Working closely with project managers and pre-construction teams
- Contributing to bid strategy and tender reviews
- Proven experience as a Mechanical Estimator within an M&E or building services contractor
- Strong understanding of HVAC, pipework and mechanical plant
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Commercially aware with strong numerical and analytical skills
- Confident communicator with the ability to liaise with supply chain and internal teams
- Experience using estimating software and Microsoft Office
- £65,000 - £75,000 basic salary (DOE)
- Hybrid working arrangement
- Pension scheme
- Healthcare benefits
- Structured progression opportunities
- Strong pipeline of secured projects
This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Estimator looking to join a growing, well-established engineering contractor with a diverse and technically challenging project portfolio.
If you would like to discuss the role in more detail, please get in touch
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