M&E Estimator

Caddy Group Limited; Andover; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Professional development

Supportive management

Job summary

Caddy Group Limited is seeking an experienced M&E Estimator to join our team in Andover, Hampshire. The role focuses on pre-construction and tendering for mechanical and electrical building services across a range of sectors.

Ideal candidates will have proven M&E estimating experience, strong technical and commercial acumen, and the ability to manage multiple tenders to tight deadlines. Ongoing training and a supportive management team are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an M&E Estimator or similar pre-construction role.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical building services installations.
• Experience preparing estimates and tender submissions for construction or M&E projects.
• Ability to read technical drawings, specs and tender docs.
• Experience taking-off quantities and cost estimating.
• Knowledge of pricing labour, materials, plant and subcontractors.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and competitive estimates for M&E projects.
• Review tender docs, drawings, specs and BOQ.
• Take-off materials and prepare cost breakdowns.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier/subcontractor quotations.
• Produce tender submissions within deadlines.
• Identify commercial risks and value engineering opportunities.
• Collaborate with PMs, QSs and operations to price accurately.
• Support handover of tenders to project delivery teams.

Skills

Estimating & tendering

Reading drawings & specs

Cost breakdown & take-offs

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Pricing and supplier quotes

Tender submissions

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Building Services

Tools

Excel

Trimble/ConQuest Estimation software

Job description

M&E Estimator - Mechanical & Electrical Building Services

Location: Andover, Hampshire

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting on behalf of an established construction and building services contractor seeking an experienced M&E Estimator to join their team based in Andover, Hampshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded and technically knowledgeable individual with a strong background in Mechanical and Electrical Building Services to play a key role in the pre-construction and tendering process.

Our client delivers a range of construction and building services projects across the Commercial, Healthcare, Education, Residential and Public Sectors.

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates, reviewing tender documentation, obtaining supplier quotations and supporting the business in securing new projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed and competitive estimates for mechanical and electrical building services projects.
• Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, specifications and bills of quantities.
• Undertaking material take-offs and preparing cost breakdowns for labour, plant, materials and subcontractor packages.
• Obtaining, reviewing and evaluating quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Producing competitive tender submissions in accordance with project requirements.
• Identifying potential commercial risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions.
• Working closely with Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors and operational teams to ensure accurate pricing.
• Attending site visits, tender meetings and pre-construction discussions where required.
• Preparing tender clarifications, qualifications and supporting documentation.
• Monitoring market rates, material costs and supplier pricing.
• Supporting the handover of successful tenders to project delivery teams.
• Maintaining accurate estimating records and tender documentation.
• Managing multiple tenders simultaneously while meeting submission deadlines.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience working as an M&E Estimator, Mechanical Estimator, Electrical Estimator or in a similar pre-construction role.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and/or electrical building services installations.
• Experience preparing estimates and tender submissions for construction or M&E projects.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Experience undertaking material take-offs and preparing detailed cost estimates.
• Good understanding of labour, material, plant and subcontractor pricing.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to identify project risks and opportunities.
• Experience obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and work to strict deadlines.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• HNC, HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Previous experience working for an M&E contractor or specialist building services subcontractor.
• Experience estimating projects across Healthcare, NHS, Education, MOD, Defence or Public Sector environments.
• Knowledge of HVAC, heating, ventilation, pipework, electrical distribution, lighting and associated building services systems.
• Experience using estimating software such as Trimble, ConQuest, Estimation or similar platforms.
• Understanding of JCT and NEC forms of contract.
• Experience preparing tenders for refurbishment, maintenance, small works and new-build projects.
• Knowledge of value engineering and cost optimisation.
• Experience supporting projects from tender stage through to contract award.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a proactive, organised and commercially aware M&E Estimator who can confidently manage the estimating process and contribute to securing new business opportunities.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical understanding, excellent attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate and competitive tenders.

This opportunity would suit an individual who enjoys working collaboratively with commercial, operational and pre-construction teams, takes ownership of their workload and is keen to develop their career within an established business.

What's on Offer?

• Permanent, full-time position.
• Opportunity to join an established construction and building services contractor.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of mechanical and electrical projects.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and experienced management team.