Mechanical Estimating Manager

Heated Mechanical Services; Royal Tunbridge Wells; Hybrid; GBP 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Holiday entitlement

Job summary

Heated Mechanical Services seeks an experienced Mechanical Estimating Manager to lead the end-to-end estimating function for building services tenders. You will work with design, procurement and bid writing teams, reporting to the MD, and drive accurate cost capture across multiple projects.

The role requires strong cost analysis, tendering expertise and a proactive approach to site visits and supplier enquiries. Hybrid working and a solid benefits package accompany the opportunity.

Qualifications

• Experience leading estimating for mechanical building services tenders.
• Ability to interpret drawings/specifications and price accurately.
• Proven track record in cost analysis and tender submission.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end estimating from enquiry to submission.
• Review ITTs, site visits and supplier enquiries.
• Prepare pricing from take-offs and input into spreadsheets.
• Produce project programmes using MS Project.
• Ensure tenders are accurate, competitive and timely.

Skills

Estimating

Tendering

Cost analysis

Quantity take-offs

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

Location:Tunbridge Wells
Salary:£85,000 per annum
Working Pattern:Full-time, Hybrid Working

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimating Manager to lead and manage the end-to-end estimating function, taking responsibility for the preparation, pricing and submission of mechanical tenders across a range of building services projects.

This is a key position within the business, working closely with the design, procurement and bid writing teams, reporting directly to the Managing Director.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the full estimating process from initial tender enquiry through to final submission.
• Monitor tender portals, download ITTs and review project specifications and requirements.
• Arrange and carry out tender site visits.
• Complete detailed quantity take-offs and assess project costs.
• Prepare and issue enquiries to suppliers and subcontractors.
• Compile and input accurate pricing into estimating spreadsheets.
• Prepare project programmes using Microsoft Project.
• Complete tender portal documentation, tender letters and all required return documents.
• Ensure tenders are accurate, commercially competitive and submitted within deadlines.
• Work closely with design, procurement and bid writing teams throughout the tender process.

About the Projects:

The business delivers a wide range of mechanical building services, including:

• Air conditioning systems.
• Air source and ground source heat pump installations.
• Boiler room and communal boiler refurbishments.
• BMS control systems.
• Heating and pipework infrastructure.
• Heating Interface Unit (HIU) installations.
• Supply and extract ventilation systems.
• Water quality improvements.

• Proven experience in a Mechanical Estimating or Senior Estimating role, ideally within building services or M&E contracting.

• Strong technical knowledge of heating systems, pipework infrastructure, ventilation and associated construction methods.
• Excellent estimating and cost analysis skills, including quantity take-offs, cost breakdowns and tender preparation.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications, assess project risks and identify cost-effective solutions.
• Experience within mechanical contracting, district heating or building services would be highly advantageous.
• Competent with estimating spreadsheets, Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously.
• A relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Building Services Engineering or Construction Management would be beneficial.

• Salary of £85,000 per annum, dependent on experience.

• Hybrid working.
• Company pension.
• Holiday entitlement.
• Opportunity to take a leading role within an established mechanical building services business.