Senior Mechanical Estimator (Remote) – Lead Data Centre Projects

McM Recruitment Solutions; Milton Keynes; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

McM Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimator for a freelance/contract role. The position focuses on owning and driving estimation across UK and European data centre, commercial and residential sectors, with remote working options.

You will review specifications, drawings and tender documentation, build strong supplier relationships, and work with senior management to shape tender strategies and maximise opportunities.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Estimator with building services or contracting background.
• Experience estimating commercial/multi-site projects.
• Strong technical understanding of HVAC, pipework and building services.
• Commercially astute and proactive, able to take ownership.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of mechanical estimating across UK/Europe projects.
• Prepare and manage tender submissions for complex mechanical packages.
• Review specs, drawings and tender docs to produce accurate estimates.
• Collaborate with senior management to evaluate opportunities and develop tender strategies.
• Build relationships with suppliers, subcontractors and project stakeholders.
• Identify value engineering opportunities to support project wins.
• Help strengthen the estimating function as the business grows.

Skills

Mechanical estimation

Data centre projects

Commercial awareness

Ownership & proactivity

Job description

McM Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimator for a freelance/contract role. The position focuses on owning and driving estimation across UK and European data centre, commercial and residential sectors, with remote working options.

You will review specifications, drawings and tender documentation, build strong supplier relationships, and work with senior management to shape tender strategies and maximise opportunities.