Mechanical Estimator

Enhanced M&E Ltd; Wickford; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Office in Wickford

Long-term progression

Job summary

Enhanced M&E Ltd, a long-established building services contractor, is seeking a Mechanical Estimator to lead tendering for commercial projects up to £2m. The role supports growth, including VRF/VRV packages, and involves collaboration with commercial and operational teams.

Based in Wickford with hybrid working available, the position offers progression opportunities within a growing business and requires a strong technical and commercial mindset, plus UK M&E experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Estimator within the UK M&E sector
• Experience working on commercial building services projects
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, ideally including VRF/VRV
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Strong technical and commercial understanding

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed mechanical estimates for commercial projects up to £2m
• Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation
• Carry out take-offs and pricing from first principles
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations
• Support pricing of VRF and VRV systems as part of growth strategy
• Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options
• Assist with tender adjudications and project handovers

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

IT literacy

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Mechanical Estimator

Wickford, Essex (Hybrid Working Available)

Salary: Competitive (DOE)

An established building services contractor is seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join its team, supporting continued growth across commercial projects. With over 40 years' trading history and a current turnover of approximately £5m, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering mechanical and electrical packages, typically on projects up to £2m in value. Mechanical works are delivered in-house with direct labour, while electrical packages are subcontracted and managed.

Role Overview

This role has been created to support the next phase of growth, particularly within VRF and VRV air conditioning packages, and to reduce the estimating workload currently managed at Director level. You will take ownership of the estimating function, producing accurate and competitive tenders while supporting the wider commercial and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed mechanical estimates for commercial projects up to £2m
• Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation
• Carry out take-offs and pricing from first principles
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations
• Support pricing of VRF and VRV systems as part of business growth strategy
• Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options
• Assist with tender adjudications and project handovers

Experience & Requirements

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Estimator within the UK M&E sector
• Experience working on commercial building services projects
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, ideally including VRF/VRV
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Strong technical and commercial understanding

Skills

• High attention to detail and strong numerical accuracy
• Commercially aware with a methodical approach
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• IT literate, with experience in estimating and Microsoft Excel

The Opportunity

This is a key hire within a long-established, family-oriented contractor looking to grow and evolve. You will be joining a supportive leadership team in a business that values its people, offering a positive working culture and the opportunity to play a significant role in its next phase of development.

Package

• Competitive salary (depending on experience)
• Hybrid working available
• Office based in Wickford
• Long-term progression opportunities within a growing business

This role is ideal for a Mechanical Estimator looking to take ownership, work closely with leadership, and contribute to the growth of a well-established contractor.