Mechanical Estimator

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced MEP / HVAC Estimator to support tendering activities from initial opportunity review through to handover to the contract management team. The role is office-based and will play a key part in pricing, technical appraisal, value engineering, and supporting qualitative submissions.

• Review tendering and framework opportunities with senior management
• Review tender documents and summarise tender return requirements
• Assist with pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs) and technical responses
• Prepare HVAC take-offs and detailed quantification
• Produce Public Health Engineering estimates
• Design & Build tendering, including:
  • Heat load calculations
  • Duct sizing
  • Pipe sizing
• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQ) and Bills of Materials (BOM)
• Carry out value engineering (VE) exercises
• Price plant and equipment
• Develop and maintain Schedule of Rates (SOR)
• Manage tender clarifications and RFIs
• Complete tender-stage surveys as required
• Undertake technical and commercial appraisal of installation tasks
• Prepare technical responses to tender questions
• Complete options appraisals and advise clients on best-fit solutions
• Develop procurement schedules
• Support tender pricing with qualitative submissions in collaboration with the Proposal Manager
• Ensure full and clear handover to the contract management team post-award

• Proven and relevant estimating experience within HVAC / MEP services
• Strong commercial understanding of the construction industry
• In-depth knowledge of supply chains and specialist subcontractor requirements
• Competent user of estimating and measurement software, ideally:
  • Plan Swift
  • Bluebeam
• Good working knowledge of forms of contract, including:
  • NEC
  • JCT
• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders

• Detail-oriented with a methodical approach to estimating
• Commercially astute and solutions-focused
• Able to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously
• Professional, proactive, and confident when engaging with senior stakeholders