Senior Mechanical Estimator

MJP SOLUTIONS LTD; Cheam; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established building services contractor in Cheam is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Estimator to join their pre-construction team. The role involves producing accurate tenders for mechanical projects ranging from £250k to £10m+, collaborating with various teams, and conducting site visits as needed. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in the building services sector, strong knowledge of HVAC and plumbing design principles, and excellent communication and organizational skills. A competitive salary and performance-based bonus are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Company car or allowance

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience as a Mechanical Estimator in building services or M&E sector.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical services.
• Proven ability to produce accurate estimates.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed mechanical estimates, including HVAC and plumbing.
• Conduct site visits to gather project information.
• Develop value engineering solutions.

Skills

Mechanical estimating

HVAC design principles

Plumbing systems

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Company

A well-established and growing building services contractor based in Cheam is seeking a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Estimator to join their team. The company delivers high-quality mechanical installations across commercial, residential, leisure, healthcare, and public sector projects.

Role Overview

The Senior Mechanical Estimator will play a key role in the pre-construction team, responsible for producing accurate and competitive tenders for mechanical building services projects ranging from £250k to £10m+. This is a strategic role requiring strong technical expertise, commercial awareness, and the ability to work collaboratively with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate mechanical estimates, including HVAC, plumbing, public health, and associated systems.
• Review tender documentation, specifications, and drawings to prepare costs and methodologies.
• Conduct site visits where necessary to gather project information.
• Obtain competitive quotations from suppliers and subcontractors, building strong working relationships.
• Develop value engineering solutions and alternative design options to strengthen bid competitiveness.
• Prepare tender summaries, mark-ups, risk registers, and handover documentation for the delivery team.
• Assist with bid interviews, presentations, and client meetings.
• Collaborate with design, commercial, and project teams to ensure smooth pre-construction workflow.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry pricing, materials, and technological innovations.

Requirements

• Minimum 10+ years' experience as a Mechanical Estimator within the building services or M&E sector.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical services design principles.
• Proven ability to produce accurate estimates and win successful tenders.
• Excellent commercial and contractual awareness.
• Proficient with estimating software and Microsoft Office (Excel essential).
• Strong communication, negotiation, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tenders simultaneously.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Company car or car allowance (if applicable).
• Pension scheme.
• Private healthcare (optional depending on company).
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Friendly, supportive team environment in a well-located Cheam office.