M&E Estimator

M&E Estimator

Are you an experienced M&E Estimator looking to join a growing business delivering high-quality commercial projects?

We're seeking a motivated and commercially minded M&E Estimator to become a key part of our pre-construction team.

You'll play an integral role in producing accurate, competitive tenders for Mechanical & Electrical projects valued up to £2 million, working closely with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal delivery teams.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong estimating experience who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and wants to contribute to winning exciting commercial projects.

The Role

As an M&E Estimator, you'll be responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates, managing tender enquiries and supporting the successful delivery of competitive bids from initial enquiry through to project handover.

Working alongside our Building Estimator and M&E Contract Managers, you'll help develop commercially sound solutions while identifying value engineering opportunities and supporting supplier selection.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive M&E tender submissions for projects up to £2 million.
• Produce first-principles estimates and detailed cost plans.
• Develop prime cost plans covering all aspects of project scope.
• Calculate preliminary costs required to deliver projects successfully.
• Review drawings, specifications and scopes of work to prepare accurate take-offs.
• Issue enquiries to suppliers and subcontractors and obtain competitive quotations.
• Analyse quotations to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Carry out site visits and surveys where required to support tender submissions.
• Meet with clients, consultants and supply chain partners to discuss project requirements.
• Work closely with the Building Estimating team to produce coordinated bids.
• Produce transparent cost breakdowns, including prime costs and applied margins.
• Support supplier negotiations and value engineering exercises.
• Assist with supply chain management and tender close-out procedures.
• Ensure estimates are delivered on time and to the highest level of accuracy.

About You

You'll be an experienced M&E Estimator with excellent commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously.

You'll also have

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in an M&E estimating role.
• Experience working for an M&E contractor on commercial projects.
• Proven experience preparing tenders up to approximately £2 million.
• Experience using estimating software and digital take-off packages.
• Strong knowledge of first-principles estimating.
• Experience measuring and costing against the National Schedule of Rates (NSR).
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence working with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
• A proactive, collaborative and solution-focused approach.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Relevant Estimating or Construction qualification.
• HNC (or equivalent) in Electrical, Mechanical or Building Services Engineering.
• Knowledge of MTC, JCT and NEC forms of contract.
• Experience supporting contract bids and pricing against specifications and NSR schedules.
• Personal Attributes

We're looking for someone who is

• Commercially aware with strong risk management skills.
• Highly organised and self-motivated.
• Comfortable managing multiple tenders at different stages.
• An effective negotiator.
• A confident communicator with clients and colleagues.
• Professional, reliable and deadline driven.
• Able to produce clear reports and deliver presentations when required.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays
• Life Assurance
• People's Pension Scheme (5% employee / 3% employer contribution)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health Support
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Payment of Professional Membership Subscription
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Discretionary Employee Ownership Trust Bonus (after 12 months' service)
• Apply Now

If you're an experienced M&E Estimator looking for your next challenge with a business that values collaboration, quality and professional development, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team delivering outstanding commercial projects across the UK