M&E Estimator

CPR Recruitment Ltd.; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

High-rise project exposure

Training and development

Established and growing business

Job summary

CPR Recruitment Ltd. is recruiting an Estimator for a Sittingbourne-based contractor, focusing on M&E and high-rise construction projects.

You will prepare estimates, undertake take-offs, cost analysis and tendering, liaising with clients and subcontractors to ensure competitive bids and strong project outcomes. A solid M&E background and strong communication skills are essential.

The role offers career progression within a growing business and exposure to high-value projects.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator in M&E or building services required.
• Strong ability to analyse drawings and tender documentation.
• Proven capability in pricing, cost planning and value engineering.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates and tenders for M&E and construction packages.
• Analyse drawings, specifications and tender documents.
• Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations.

Skills

Tendering

Take-offs

Cost planning

MS Office

M&E background

Communication

Negotiation

Tools

MS Office

Job description

ESTIMATOR - M&E / CONSTRUCTION

Location: Sittingbourne, Kent

Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 DOE + Career Progression

THE OPPORTUNITY

CPXR is recruiting for an Estimator to join an established construction business based in Sittingbourne, Kent.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator with a background in M&E, building services and high-rise residential projects who is looking for a new challenge within a growing business.

The role will involve preparing accurate and competitive estimates and tenders for M&E packages and high-rise construction projects, working closely with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and the wider commercial and pre-construction teams.

The company offers career progression, a strong project pipeline and the opportunity to work on complex, high-value projects.

THE ROLE

• Prepare accurate estimates and tenders for M&E and construction packages
• Analyse drawings, specifications and tender documentation
• Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Complete detailed take-offs, pricing and cost analysis
• Identify commercial risks, opportunities and potential value engineering options
• Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams
• Support the wider pre-construction and commercial functions throughout the tender process

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Experience as an Estimator, M&E Estimator or Senior Estimator
• Strong background in M&E, building services or high-rise construction
• Experience pricing and tendering M&E packages and construction projects
• Strong understanding of drawings, specifications, take-offs and cost planning
• Excellent commercial and analytical skills
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Good knowledge of relevant estimating and Microsoft Office software

Candidates from M&E subcontractor, main contractor or specialist building services backgrounds will also be considered.

SALARY & BENEFITS

• £60,000 - £75,000 DOE
• Career progression and development opportunities
• High-rise and complex project exposure
• Established and growing business
• Training and career progression

Relevant job titles: Estimator, M&E Estimator, Senior Estimator, M&E Senior Estimator, Building Services Estimator