Mechanical Estimator

Sustainable Resourcing; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading resource management company in Liverpool seeks an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join their pre-construction team. This role involves producing accurate mechanical cost estimates for various building services projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of MEP systems and experience with estimating software. Join a supportive environment that offers opportunities for career advancement and involvement in high-value projects.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on complex projects

Clear career path

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical estimating within MEP or building services.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems (HVAC, plumbing, plant).
• Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Perform quantity take-offs for mechanical systems.
• Build up labour, material, and plant costs for estimates.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors for pricing.
• Identify value engineering opportunities.
• Prepare tender submission packages.
• Assist with bid presentations.
• Maintain estimating databases.

Skills

Mechanical estimating experience

Understanding of mechanical systems

Proficiency in estimating software

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Mechanical Estimator - Pre-Construction / Bid Team

Location: Office based

Type: Permanent

Role Overview

We're seeking a technically strong and commercially sharp Mechanical Estimator to join a busy pre-construction team. You'll be responsible for producing accurate, competitive mechanical cost estimates for building services projects, working across design, procurement, and bid management.

Key Responsibilities

• Review tender documents, drawings, and specifications to understand project scope
• Perform quantity take-offs for mechanical systems (HVAC, plumbing, pipework, plant)
• Build up labour, material, and plant costs to produce detailed estimates
• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, and engineering teams to secure pricing and clarify technical items
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost risk areas
• Prepare and compile tender submission packages (BOQs, cost breakdowns, clarifications)
• Assist with bid presentations and support negotiations post-submission
• Maintain and update estimating databases, rate libraries, and historic cost data
• Support handover to delivery teams upon contract award

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in mechanical estimating within MEP or building services
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems (HVAC, public health, plant)
• Proficiency in estimating software or Microsoft Excel
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and organisational skills
• Good commercial awareness and ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

What's in It for You

• Opportunity to work on high-value, technically complex projects
• Real influence on bid strategy and value engineering
• Clear career path within pre-construction / commercial teams
• Supportive, collaborative environment