Mechanical Estimator

Morris & Spottiswood Group; Livingston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

5% employer pension contribution

Private GP services

EAP programme

Employee benefits portal

Electric car scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

25 days holidays + 8 public holidays +

Job summary

Livingston Building Services is seeking an Experienced Mechanical Estimator to join our M&E Services Estimating team. The role supports the Estimating Manager in preparing comprehensive and competitive tenders.

The position covers analysis of tender enquiries, pricing documents, and liaison with operations and design teams. It emphasises strong communication and a proactive approach to value engineering and risk assessment.

Qualifications

• Experience in tender analysis and pricing.
• Knowledge of M&E tender processes.
• Hybrid working model between office and home.

Responsibilities

• Analyse tender enquiry including project analysis and subcontractor/supplier enquiries.
• Submit tenders and breakdowns to clients and respond to queries.
• Prepare pricing documents and format into standard layouts using estimating software.
• Liaise with operations, surveyors and other parts of the business to analyse programmes.
• Undertake site surveys to identify potential risks.
• Maintain accurate estimate files in line with processes.

Skills

Estimating

Tendering

Communication

Team player

Tools

Trimble Estimation Software

Job description

Livingston Building Services are a leading provider of M&E Services, providing our clients with innovative M&E engineering solutions. Our continued success requires commitment from everyone, whatever their role. Everything we do we need to do well, enabling us to consolidate our position as a leading player in an extremely competitive market. In return for your commitment, the company will continue to implement its vision to create environments for people to thrive

We are looking to recruit an Experienced Mechanical Estimator to work within our team.

This role will support the M&E Services Estimating Manager and estimation team in the effective and successful submission of comprehensive and competitive tenders.

The role of Mechanical Estimator will assume overall responsibility for the following:

Key areas of responsibility

Technical

Commence all relevant work in relation to receipt of a tender enquiry, such as analysing the project, breaking out subcontractor and supplier enquiries, and selecting suitable subcontractors and suppliers.

Submitting tender and breakdown to clients and responding to any necessary queries.

Preparation of pricing documents and the formatting of these documents into the standard layout, i.e. estimating software or traditional full analytical breakdown.

Liaising with other parts of the business, such as operations team regarding programme analysis and surveyors during the progress of the works.

Undertake site surveys to analyse any potential risks and highlight as appropriate.

Ensure estimate files are maintained accurately in line with company processes and procedures.

Client

Applying strong presentation and communication skills when liaising with Clients and consultants.

Developing and maintaining a strong customer/supplier network.

Liaising effectively with design teams and client representatives.

Continually seeking opportunities to enhance relationships and service provision to clients, both internal and external.

Have the ability to formulate and present suitable value‑engineered options.

People

The successful candidate will ensure compliance with company processes and procedures, act responsibly in line with the business culture and values, and support a one‑business culture through open and effective communication.

General

The role also requires a commitment to learning and development, strong time management, technical, planning and communication skills, and relevant experience aligned to the responsibilities of the position.

Personal Attributes

The successful individual must be a strong team player with a positive attitude, flexible, and will be a dedicated and results‑driven estimator with a successful background in the achievement of profitable and quality‑led tenders. This is a hybrid role, with time split between office and home working.

You should have excellent communication skills as you will be required to express your opinions both in writing and verbally at internal and external meetings. In addition, you should be able to demonstrate a good track record of working with clients to meet their expectations as well as to deliver for the business.

Application criteria

Successful candidates will also hold a valid driving licence, be IT literate in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, and be capable of adapting to new software systems. Experience using Trimble Estimation Software or equivalent is required, and a current CSCS card is preferred.

The role comes with an attractive starting salary, dependent on experience, plus car allowance. Benefits include a 5% employer pension contribution, second‑opinion private GP services, an EAP programme, access to an employee benefits portal, an electric car scheme, a cycle‑to‑work scheme, and annual holidays of 25 days plus eight public holidays and an additional half‑day for your birthday.

CIFAS Notice

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If fraudulent or unlawful activity is identified, this may impact your application.

Valuing People at Livingston Building Services

Livingston Building Services is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity. One of our core values is to “Value People”, and we are passionate about investing in people and creating a working environment where staff, suppliers and the communities we serve remain front‑of‑mind. We believe a diverse and inclusive workforce opens our business to a wider talent pool and encourages greater innovation and creativity. Applications are welcome from enthusiastic and motivated individuals who can adapt quickly to new procedures and enjoy working in a team environment.

If you are looking to make a real impact within a growing company and bring your expertise to the next level, we would love to hear from you!