Senior Mechanical Estimator — Tender & Costing Lead

United MEP Ltd (Head Office); Oldbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

United MEP Ltd (Head Office) is seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join the busy Pre-Construction and Estimating Team. You will manage tenders from receipt to submission, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely delivery.

The role involves coordinating with clients, suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing and a coordinated tender approach. You will use Ensign Estimation Software for costings and support project teams throughout the bid process.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience within Building Services or Mechanical Engineering.
• ONC/HNC qualification in Building Services or Mechanical Engineering.
• IT qualification.
• Experience coordinating others to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Proficient with Windows, Office applications and MS Project.
• Ability to interpret information from multiple sources accurately.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain tender networks, including renewals and credentials.
• Interpret drawings to prepare detailed take-offs and measurements.
• Prepare tenders for projects up to £1.5 million.
• Review tender documents and liaise with clients on requirements and alternatives.
• Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors for competitive pricing.
• Coordinate with internal teams for accurate, compliant tender submissions.
• Use Ensign Estimation Software for project costings.
• Ensure tender submissions are accurate and delivered on time.
• Follow up on submitted tenders to secure new work.
• Assist Project Team with pricing variations and additional works.
• Attend bid interviews and site surveys as required.
• Handover successful tenders to the Project Team.

Skills

Experience 5+ years

Team coordination

Communication skills

Time management

Independent work

Education

ONC/HNC Building Services or Mechanical Eng

IT qualification

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office (Outlook/Word/Excel/MS Project)

AutoCAD

Ensign Estimation Software

Job description

United MEP Ltd (Head Office) is seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join the busy Pre-Construction and Estimating Team. You will manage tenders from receipt to submission, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely delivery.

The role involves coordinating with clients, suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing and a coordinated tender approach. You will use Ensign Estimation Software for costings and support project teams throughout the bid process.