Senior Mechanical Estimator - Tendering & Costing

BMSL Group Ltd; Wigan; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time, permanent employment

Career development opportunities

Professional working environment

Opportunities for progression

Company benefits to be discussed at 인터

Job summary

BMSL Group Ltd in Manchester is seeking a capable Mechanical Estimator to join our team. You will prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for mechanical installation projects, reviewing drawings, specs and BOQs while coordinating with clients, suppliers and internal teams.

The role requires strong commercial awareness, technical interpretation skills, and the ability to manage multiple tenders to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Mechanical Estimator in the mechanical contracting or building services industry.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and bills of quantities.
• Experience in cost estimating, material take-offs and labour calculations.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project costs and margins.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for mechanical installation projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, tender documents and BOQs.
• Carry out material take-offs and calculate labour, plant and subcontractor costs.
• Estimate HVAC, plumbing, pipework and related building services.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identify commercial risks and value engineering opportunities.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and subcontractors to clarify tender requirements.
• Ensure timely submission of accurate, competitive estimates.
• Maintain estimating records and supplier pricing information.
• Assist tender negotiations and post-tender queries.

Skills

Estimating experience

Mechanical building services knowledge

Cost estimation

Tender submission

Numerical/analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

MS Excel

Multitasking

Education

Mechanical engineering qualification or building services qualification

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

BMSL Group Ltd in Manchester is seeking a capable Mechanical Estimator to join our team. You will prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for mechanical installation projects, reviewing drawings, specs and BOQs while coordinating with clients, suppliers and internal teams.

The role requires strong commercial awareness, technical interpretation skills, and the ability to manage multiple tenders to meet deadlines.