Jobs in Queenstown

Mechanical Cost Engineer (Estimator)

London – Hybrid

Permanent

 
Summary
This role sits within the Estimating team and focuses on delivering accurate and competitive mechanical (MEP) cost estimates across projects in London and the South, over a broad variety of sectors such as infrastructure, commercial, healthcare, and energy.

 
Key Responsibilities

Prepare detailed mechanical (MEP) cost estimates and take-offs

Support tendering and work-winning activities

Review drawings, specs, and tender documents

Engage with suppliers and subcontractors for competitive pricing

Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options

Collaborate with design, commercial, and delivery teams

Contribute to tender submissions and cost narratives

Maintain cost databases and benchmarking data

Support pre-construction and project handover phases

 

What we’re looking for

Proven Mechanical (MEP) estimating experience

Background across sectors such as infrastructure, commercial, healthcare, or energy

Strong understanding of mechanical systems and services

Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Good commercial awareness and attention to detail

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

 

Benefits

Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)

Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution

Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days

Private Medical Insurance

Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Programme (including counselling and legal advice)

Flexible benefits (Dental, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes)

Personal development programme

Next Steps: 

As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.  

We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. 

About Us: 

We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. 

Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. 

Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be. 

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