Mechanical Estimator
Cambridge (with the option to work from the Colchester office)
Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Benefits
A highly respected M&E contractor is looking to recruit a Mechanical Estimator to join its growing pre-construction team.
With a turnover of approximately £55m and an exceptionally strong financial position, the business has built a reputation for delivering high-quality Mechanical & Electrical projects across the education, healthcare, life sciences, leisure, and student accommodation sectors.
Projects typically range up to £12.5m, with a sweet spot between £5m-£6m, offering exposure to technically challenging and rewarding schemes.
The Role
Working as part of an established pre-construction team, you will be responsible for preparing accurate mechanical tenders from initial enquiry through to submission.
You will work closely with clients, consultants, suppliers, and internal delivery teams to develop competitive and commercially sound tenders while supporting the continued growth of the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed mechanical tenders and cost plans
- Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation
- Obtain and analyze quotations from suppliers and subcontractors
- Produce accurate take-offs and pricing schedules
- Provide technical and commercial input throughout the pre-construction process
- Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal project teams
- Support value engineering exercises where appropriate
- Attend tender review meetings and client interviews when required
- Assist with handovers to the delivery team following successful bids
Experience & Requirements
- Previous experience as a Mechanical Estimator within the building services industry
- Strong understanding of mechanical building services systems
- Experience pricing commercial building services projects
- Sector experience within education, healthcare, life sciences, or similar environments would be advantageous
- Good commercial awareness and attention to detail
- Ability to work from the Cambridge office, with flexibility to work from the Colchester office when required
Skills
- Strong analytical and numerical ability
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Organized with a high level of attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and estimating software
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the region's most financially secure and well-established M&E contractors.
With a strong pipeline of repeat business, a collaborative working environment, and genuine opportunities for career development, the company offers long-term stability and the chance to work on a wide variety of technically interesting projects.
Package
- Salary depending on experience
- Company car or car allowance
- 6% pension contribution
- Death in service cover
- 25 days annual leave, increasing with service
- Christmas Eve as an additional day's holiday
- Modern office facilities in Cambridge and Colchester
- Ongoing training and long-term career progression within a growing business