About the job

Description

Estimator

Our client is a growing mechanical contractor based in London, delivering full design and build solutions across a wide range of mechanical services, with the majority of projects located locally in and around Central London.

With a large and ever growing forward order book, they're looking for an experienced Estimator to join their team. This is an office-based role, with client visits required as and when needed.

Estimator

What's in it for you?

• Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Up to £80,000 (DOE)
• 20 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Travel expenses covered
• Company laptop provided
• Phone

Estimator

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of competitive and accurate cost estimates for mechanical building services packages
• Carry out detailed take-offs from drawings, specifications, and design information
• Support pre-construction activities including cost planning, budget development, and tender strategy
• Work closely with design engineers, project managers, suppliers, and subcontractors to gather pricing and validate assumptions
• Review designs and offer constructive input on buildability, value engineering and costing optimisation
• Produce tender documentation and ensure timely submission against procurement deadlines
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities and escalate appropriately
• Participate in tender meetings and, where required, client presentations
• Handover awarded projects to delivery teams with clear scope, price breakdowns and risk notes

Estimator

Role Requirements

• Proven experience as an Estimator in a mechanical contractor or consulting engineering environment
• Solid experience in pre-construction and cost estimating for mechanical building systems
• Comfortable interpreting mechanical design information and technical drawings
• Evidence of collaboration with engineering/design teams on tendered projects
• Competent in estimating software and advanced Excel skills
• Revit/BIM experience or exposure is highly desirable
• Strong commercial awareness, attention to detail, and analytical ability
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and priorities under pressure

*Please be aware this job description is a general overview and subject to change as per our clients' needs.