Senior Mechanical Estimator – Tender & Value Engineering

Thameswood Engineering Ltd; Loughton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Thameswood Engineering Ltd is seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimator to develop accurate and competitive tenders for mechanical building services projects. You will work with commercial, design, procurement and operational teams to secure new work while maintaining commercial viability and risk management.

The role involves detailed cost preparation, reviewing drawings and specifications, take-offs, and coordinating with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure value for money.

Qualifications

• Experience as Mechanical Estimator in building services or M&E contracting.
• Strong numerical, analytical and commercial skills.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and tender documentation.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for mechanical building services installations.
• Review tender docs, drawings and employer's requirements.
• Carry out labour, material and subcontractor take-offs.
• Prepare competitive tender submissions within deadlines.
• Analyse supplier and subcontractor quotations for value for money.
• Support post-tender negotiations and cost planning.

Skills

Estimating

Tendering

Cost analysis

Excel

Negotiation

Tools

Estimating software

Excel

Job description

Thameswood Engineering Ltd is seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimator to develop accurate and competitive tenders for mechanical building services projects. You will work with commercial, design, procurement and operational teams to secure new work while maintaining commercial viability and risk management.

The role involves detailed cost preparation, reviewing drawings and specifications, take-offs, and coordinating with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure value for money.