Estimator

Randstad Construction & Property; Chalfont St Giles; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is expanding its team in Gerrards Cross and seeks two experienced M&E Estimators to deliver accurate, competitive bids for high-tech data centre projects across the UK and Europe. Immediate start and a permanent role with strong pipeline.

Role requires proven M&E estimating capability within a main contractor or major M&E sub-contractor, and expertise in data centre environments and complex electrical/mechanical systems.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an M&E estimator in a main contractor or M&E sub-contractor.
• Essential data centre or high-tech critical environment experience.
• Strong understanding of electrical/mechanical systems, power distribution and HVAC.
• Proficient with estimating software and advanced MS Excel.
• Based within a realistic commuting distance of Gerrards Cross.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate Mechanical & Electrical estimates, tender submissions, and cost plans for mission-critical Data Centre projects.
• Analyze tender documents, specifications, electrical/mechanical drawings, and schedules of rates.
• Perform detailed material and labor take-offs.
• Issue supply chain inquiries, liaise with sub-contractors/vendors, and evaluate quotations for competitiveness and compliance.
• Work closely with pre-construction, commercial, and engineering teams to identify cost-saving initiatives and value engineering opportunities.
• Present financial breakdowns and tenders to senior leadership and key project stakeholders.

Skills

M&E Estimator

Data centres

MS Excel

Tender submissions

Costing & VE

Tools

Trimble/Ensign

Cypher

ConEst

Job description

Job Title: M&E Estimator - Data Centres (x2 Positions)

Location: Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire

Salary: 70,000 - 100,000 per annum (Dependent on Experience)

Position Type: Full-time, Permanent

Start Date: Immediate

About the Role

Are you an experienced M&E Estimator with a proven track record in the Data Centre or critical infrastructure sector?

Due to significant growth and a strong pipeline of high-tech projects, we are currently expanding our team in Gerrards Cross and seeking two ambitious M&E Estimators to join us on a permanent basis.

In this role, you will play a crucial part in delivering accurate, competitive, and highly technical bids for major data centre developments across the UK and Europe. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have the technical know-how required for high-reliability build environments, we want to hear from you.

Key Snapshot

Role Details Specification

Positions Available: 2 Openings

Location: Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire

Salary Range: 70,000 - 100,000

Employment: Permanent

Start Date: Immediate

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate Mechanical & Electrical estimates, tender submissions, and cost plans for mission-critical Data Centre projects.

• Analyze tender documents, specifications, electrical/mechanical drawings, and schedules of rates.

• Perform detailed material and labor take-offs.

• Issue supply chain inquiries, liaise with sub-contractors/vendors, and evaluate quotations for competitiveness and compliance.

• Work closely with pre-construction, commercial, and engineering teams to identify cost-saving initiatives and value engineering opportunities.

• Present financial breakdowns and tenders to senior leadership and key project stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

• Experience: Proven experience as an M&E Estimator (or M or E specialist) within a main contractor or major M&E sub-contractor.

• Sector Knowledge: Essential experience in Data Centres or high-tech critical environments (e.g., pharmaceutical, cleanrooms, major power infrastructure).

• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of complex electrical/mechanical systems, power distribution, HVAC, cooling systems, and resilience designs.

• Software: Proficient with estimating software packages (e.g., Trimble/Ensign, Cypher, ConEst) and advanced MS Excel.

• Commute: Based within a realistic commuting distance of Gerrards Cross.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive Salary: 70,000 - 100,000 (commensurate with experience).

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly expanding sector.

• Immediate start date with a secured pipeline of high-value projects.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.