Mechanical Estimator – Tender Lead for M&E Projects

Emtec Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary & car allowance

33 days holidays

Holiday purchase/sell scheme

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Training and development

Wellness portal

Employee discounts

Job summary

Emtec Building Services is seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join our pre-construction team. You will lead estimates from initial enquiry through to tender submission for a range of commercial, industrial, and public sector projects.

You will review drawings and specifications, produce take-offs and pricing, and work with suppliers and subcontractors to build competitive bids. Opportunities exist to shape bids early in projects and grow with the team.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Mechanical Estimator role within M&E or building services.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and schedules.
• Experience producing detailed estimates, budgets and tender submissions.
• Experience reviewing quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Good commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks and opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed mechanical estimates and tender submissions across a range of projects.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documents to fully understand scope and requirements.
• Producing accurate take-offs, cost plans and pricing schedules.
• Obtaining and assessing quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identifying risks, opportunities and potential challenges at tender stage.
• Working closely with pre-construction, commercial and delivery teams to develop the best bid approach.
• Leading or supporting tender submissions depending on project size and complexity.
• Supporting tender reviews and internal approval processes.
• Maintaining accurate pricing information and estimating data.
• Using technical and commercial knowledge to strengthen bids and future opportunities.

Skills

Mechanical estimating

Reading drawings

Cost planning

Vendor management

Attention to detail

Tender management

Tools

Trimble

Estimating software

Job description

Emtec Building Services is seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join our pre-construction team. You will lead estimates from initial enquiry through to tender submission for a range of commercial, industrial, and public sector projects.

You will review drawings and specifications, produce take-offs and pricing, and work with suppliers and subcontractors to build competitive bids. Opportunities exist to shape bids early in projects and grow with the team.