Senior Mechanical Estimator

Michael Taylor Search & Selection; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading MEP contracting firm in London seeks a Senior Mechanical Estimator to manage tender enquiries and liaise with various teams. This role offers a clear progression path into an Estimating Manager position and involves organising site surveys, attending tender interviews, and ensuring subcontractor compliance. The company boasts strong client relationships and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Full travel expenses

Discretionary bonus

Healthcare

Pension

Gym membership

Qualifications

• Experienced in mechanical estimation and tender processes.
• Understanding of employer's requirements and specifications.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle new tender enquiries and liaise with professional teams.
• Organise site surveys and understand survey requirements.
• Assess suitability of subcontractor quotes for tender compliance.
• Lead tender handover meetings and provide ongoing project assistance.

Skills

Tender handling

Survey organisation

Liaising with contractors

Estimating software proficiency

Job description

Salary : £80,000 - £90,000 + Full Travel Expenses + Discretionary Bonus + Healthcare + Pension + Gym Membership & more

Location : London

Client :

We are working on behalf a specialist MEP contractor who have operated within the London market for more than 20+ years. With an annual turnover in excess of £34m, they specialise within the commercial, education and healthcare sectors; undertaking a mixture of new build, fit out and refurbishment projects. They've just been brought by renowned industry Director who has aspirations to take the business from it's £34m turnover to a £100m+ turnover contractor.

Boasting a robust balance sheet and an established client base, they have cemented themselves as a key MEP supplier for multiple London contractors. Typically, their projects are between £3m-£14m MEP value.

THE ROLE :

Working in the estimating department, the Senior Mechanical Estimator will be responsible for the handling of new tender enquiries, liaising with professional teams / principal contractors, mid / post bid tender interviews, leading the pricing of mechanical services. This is a role which has a clear progression path into an Estimating Manager and they’re looking for a Senior Mechanical Estimator who is keen on exploring a range of projects, sectors and work their way up with a company who offers long-term progression into senior roles.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES :

• Organise site surveys, understanding survey requirements and submission method
• Attend tender interviews with client team and principal contractor
• Liaise with internal departments such as commercial, operations and design to gather key information for the tender enquiry
• Understand the employer’s requirement / tender documents and specification to despatch enquires to subcontractors, specialist subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assess suitability of subcontractor quotes and compliance with tender document, achieving best value at tender stage.
• Undertake take-offs of tender drawings and input data into estimation software
• Ensure all elements of tender are accounted for prior to the tender being submitted.
• Stipulate cost reports taking into consideration required mark-up.
• Upon tender success lead tender handover meeting with operations and commercial teams, providing ongoing assistance throughout the project duration.

In return they offer :

• A healthy client base and excellent relationships
• A well-structured team to support you, consisting of Estimating, Design and Operational departments.
• Realistic opportunities to progress and grow within a business that is on an upward trajectory