Mechanical Estimator

A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent bonus

Growth opportunity

Long-term progression

Job summary

A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd in Buckinghamshire is seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join its M&E division. The role focuses on delivering accurate cost estimates from enquiry to tender submission for commercial and industrial projects.

You will work with project managers and procurement, manage tenders, and contribute to pre-construction planning. The ideal candidate has HVAC/mechanical building services knowledge, strong numeracy, and driving license.

Qualifications

• Experience as Mechanical Estimator in commercial, industrial or FM environments.
• Strong understanding of HVAC and mechanical building services.
• Excellent numeracy and IT skills (Excel, Enzy or similar estimating tools).

Responsibilities

• Analyse drawings, specifications and tender documents.
• Prepare take-offs, BOQs, schedules and detailed cost breakdowns.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to secure quotations.
• Identify risks, exclusions and value-engineering opportunities.
• Prepare compliant tender submissions to deadlines.
• Support feasibility and early-stage pricing.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Estimating

Analytical thinking

IT literacy

Tools

Excel

Enzy

Job description

Mechanical Estimator Buckinghamshire

£45,000£70,000 + excellent bonus + benefits

Growing M&E business | Commercial & Industrial projects | Long-term progression

A respected, privately owned, multi-disciplinary building contractor is recruiting for a Mechanical Estimator to join its growing M&E division in Buckinghamshire. The business delivers Facilities Management, Small Works, Mechanical & Electrical services and full project delivery, with a culture built around quality, trust and long-term relationships.

You will be joining a team of six within the M&E department and will work closely alongside the Mechanical Project Manager, giving you direct involvement in live projects, tender strategy and pre-construction planning. The division is expanding, offering genuine long-term progression as the workload and team continue to grow.

Ideal for an experienced Mechanical Estimator or a mechanically-biased professional who understands how HVAC and mechanical building services fit together and wants to step further into pre-construction.

The Role

The Mechanical Estimator produces accurate, competitive mechanical cost estimates from initial enquiry through to tender submission. Projects typically range from £50k to £2m, covering commercial units, warehouses, light industrial sites and general contracting schemes. Around 78 tenders are live at any one time.

Youll work closely with project managers, engineers and procurement teams, ensuring estimates align with client requirements and commercial objectives. This role suits someone who enjoys being part of a close-knit team within a business that is actively scaling its M&E offering.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Tendering

• Analyse drawings, specifications and tender documents
• Prepare take-offs, BOQs, schedules and detailed cost breakdowns
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive quotations
• Identify risks, exclusions and value-engineering opportunities
• Prepare compliant tender submissions to agreed deadlines
• Support feasibility and early-stage pricing

Collaboration & Support

• Work alongside the Mechanical Project Manager
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and procurement
• Attend pre- and post-tender meetings
• Support handover of successful tenders to delivery teams

Commercial & Financial

• Maintain pricing records, quotations and cost databases
• Ensure estimates reflect current market conditions
• Monitor material and labour cost trends

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure estimating activity meets company procedures and industry standards
• Stay up to date with mechanical building services regulations

Ideal Candidate

• Experienced Mechanical Estimator within commercial, industrial or FM environments
• Strong understanding of HVAC and mechanical building services
• Confident interpreting drawings and specifications
• Commercially aware with experience in cost analysis and value engineering
• Excellent numeracy, analytical and IT skills (Excel, Enzy or similar estimating tools)
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Able to manage multiple tenders and deadlines
• Detail-focused, proactive and solutions-driven
• Full UK driving licence

Work Environment

• Office-based in Buckinghamshire
• Occasional site visits, supplier meetings and client briefings
• Privately owned contractor with clear growth plans
• Joining a business investing heavily in its M&E division

Package & Benefits

• £45,000£70,000 depending on experience
• Excellent bonus structure
• Established contractor with a growing M&E business
• Strong pipeline of commercial and industrial work
• Long-term progression as the department expands

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