Cost Engineer - Work Winning

NG Bailey Engineering; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)

Pension with up to 8% employer contribution

Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days

Private Medical Insurance

Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible benefits (Dental, Gym Memberships, etc.)

Job summary

NG Bailey Engineering is seeking a Mechanical Cost Engineer (Estimator) for a hybrid role in London. This position is vital for delivering accurate mechanical (MEP) cost estimates across diverse projects, contributing to various sectors such as infrastructure, commercial, healthcare, and energy.

The ideal candidate will have experience in mechanical estimating, a strong understanding of mechanical systems, and excellent communication skills. Benefits include a car scheme, pension contribution, and private medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Proven Mechanical (MEP) estimating experience.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and services.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed mechanical (MEP) cost estimates and take-offs.
• Support tendering and work-winning activities.
• Review drawings, specs, and tender documents.

Skills

Mechanical (MEP) estimating experience

Understanding of mechanical systems and services

Commercial awareness

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Mechanical Cost Engineer (Estimator)

London - Hybrid

Permanent

Summary

This role sits within the Estimating team and focuses on delivering accurate and competitive mechanical (MEP) cost estimates across projects in London and the South, over a broad variety of sectors such as infrastructure, commercial, healthcare, and energy.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed mechanical (MEP) cost estimates and take-offs
• Support tendering and work-winning activities
• Review drawings, specs, and tender documents
• Engage with suppliers and subcontractors for competitive pricing
• Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options
• Collaborate with design, commercial, and delivery teams
• Contribute to tender submissions and cost narratives
• Maintain cost databases and benchmarking data
• Support pre-construction and project handover phases

What we’re looking for

• Proven Mechanical (MEP) estimating experience
• Background across sectors such as infrastructure, commercial, healthcare, or energy
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and services
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Good commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Benefits

• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
• Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Private Medical Insurance
• Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Programme (including counselling and legal advice)
• Flexible benefits (Dental, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes)
• Personal development programme