Estimator

L&B Technical Services Ltd; Basildon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

L&B Technical Services Ltd is seeking an experienced M&E Estimator to join our team at the Basildon head office. You will develop accurate, competitive tenders for mechanical and electrical projects, working with Commercial and Operations teams to ensure robust estimates.

Responsibilities include reviewing drawings, producing take-offs, analysing supplier/ subcontractor quotations and supporting value engineering. Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• M&E building services estimating experience required.
• Strong commercial awareness is essential.
• Good understanding of technical drawings and specifications required.
• Excellent Excel and numerical skills required.
• Strong attention to detail is essential.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Produce detailed M&E estimates and take-offs.
• Obtain and analyse supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Build labour, material and plant costs.
• Identify scope gaps, tender risks and opportunities.
• Prepare tender clarifications, exclusions and qualifications.
• Support value engineering and alternative solutions.
• Attend tender meetings and site visits.
• Support project handover following successful awards.

Skills

M&E building services estimating

Strong commercial awareness

Good understanding of technical draws&

Excellent Excel and numerical skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple tenders and

Tools

Excel

Job description

Project Locations: Central London & the South of England L&B Tech

M&E ESTIMATOR - Full Time - Site Based

Location: Basildon (Head Office)

Project Locations: Central London & the South of England L&B Tech

L&B Technical Services Ltd are looking for an experienced M&E Estimator to join our team.Working alongside our Commercial and Operations teams, you will be responsible for developing accurate, competitive, and commercially robust tenders for mechanical and electrical projects.Key responsibilities include:

• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documentation
• Producing detailed M&E estimates and take-offs
• Obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Building up labour, material, and plant costs
• Identifying scope gaps, tender risks, and opportunities
• Preparing tender clarifications, exclusions, and qualifications
• Supporting value engineering and alternative solutions
• Attending tender meetings and site visits
• Supporting project handover following successful awardsWe’re looking

We’re looking for someone with:

• M&E building services estimating experience
• Strong commercial awareness
• Good understanding of technical drawings and specifications
• Excellent Excel and numerical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• The ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines