Senior Mechanical Estimator

WR HVAC; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Company benefits

Job summary

WR HVAC in Manchester is seeking a Senior Mechanical Estimator to lead pre-construction activities and own tenders from enquiry to submission and handover to the project team. The role focuses on accurate cost planning for mechanical and HVAC systems on commercial projects.

The successful candidate will have strong experience in mechanical/HVAC estimating, a background with HVAC contractors, and excellent ability to read drawings and specifications, with a proactive approach to risk and value

Qualifications

• Strong experience in mechanical / HVAC estimating.
• Background with an HVAC, air conditioning or M&E contractor.
• Confident reading drawings and specifications.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation.
• Able to manage multiple tenders simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed mechanical and HVAC estimates.
• Review drawings, specifications and tender documents.
• Complete take-offs and build accurate cost plans.
• Obtain and assess supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Price labour, materials, plant and specialist packages.
• Identify risks, exclusions and value-engineering opportunities.
• Produce competitive tenders and commercial proposals.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers and internal teams.
• Support tender reviews and handover to delivery teams.
• Mentor junior estimators where required.

Skills

HVAC estimating

Tendering

Job description

Senior Mechanical Estimator

Manchester

£60,000-£75,000 + Package

We're recruiting a Senior Mechanical Estimator for a growing specialist HVAC & Mechanical contractor delivering commercial air conditioning, ventilation and mechanical projects.

This is a key pre-construction role, taking ownership of tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission and handover to the project team.

The Role

• Prepare detailed mechanical and HVAC estimates
• Review drawings, specifications and tender documents
• Complete take-offs and build accurate cost plans
• Obtain and assess supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Price labour, materials, plant and specialist packages
• Identify risks, exclusions and value-engineering opportunities
• Produce competitive tenders and commercial proposals
• Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers and internal teams
• Support tender reviews and handover to delivery teams
• Mentor junior estimators where required

The Candidate

• Strong experience in mechanical / HVAC estimating
• Background with an HVAC, air conditioning or M&E contractor
• Good knowledge of:
  • Air conditioning
  • VRF / VRV
  • Ventilation
  • Mechanical building services
• Confident reading drawings and specifications
• Strong commercial awareness
• Good supplier and subcontractor knowledge
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation
• Able to manage multiple tenders simultaneously

Package

• £60,000-£75,000 basic
• Pension
• Company benefits
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Strong long-term progression

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimator to join a growing contractor with a strong project pipeline and genuine scope to influence how work is priced and won.

Long-term progression into Estimating Manager, Pre-Construction Manager or Commercial leadership.