Mechanical Estimator in OX1

Energy Jobline ZR; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Bank holidays

Statutory pension

Discretionary bonus

Hybrid work – 2 days from home

Private healthcare

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in Oxford is seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join a growing M&E contractor. The role offers a balance of office and home working with a salary range of £55,000–£75,000 DOE.

You will prepare estimates, review drawings, price tenders, and liaise with suppliers and clients, supporting the tender process and meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating mechanical projects.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical building services.
• Good understanding of drawings and specifications.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Preparing mechanical estimates and tenders.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and project requirements.
• Producing accurate quotations and pricing.
• Obtaining and reviewing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Carrying out take-offs and material pricing.
• Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and clients.
• Identifying project risks, costs and potential variations.
• Supporting the commercial and project teams through the tender process.
• Ensuring tenders are submitted accurately and within deadlines.

Skills

Estimating

Mechanical services

Drawings & specs

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Communication

Tender management

Job description

Mechanical Estimator

Location: Oxford Salary: £55,000–£75,000 DOE Hybrid: 2 days working from home Job Type: Permanent

We are working with an established M&E contractor based in Oxford who are looking to add an experienced Mechanical Estimator to their team. This is a great opportunity to join a growing business working on a range of mechanical and M&E projects, with a good balance of office and home working.

The Role

• Preparing mechanical estimates and tenders.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and project requirements.
• Producing accurate quotations and pricing.
• Obtaining and reviewing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Carrying out take-offs and material pricing.
• Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and clients.
• Identifying project risks, costs and potential variations.
• Supporting the commercial and project teams through the tender process.
• Ensuring tenders are submitted accurately and within deadlines.

About You

• Previous experience estimating mechanical projects.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical building services.
• Good understanding of drawings and specifications.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines.

Package

• £55,000–£75,000 depending on experience
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays
• Statutory pension
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Hybrid working – 2 days from home
• Private healthcare – subject to confirmation