Senior Mechanical Estimator

Senior Mechanical Estimator – Building Services Location: West Yorkshire Salary: Up to £65,000 + Car + Package Employment: Permanent We are working with an established and highly regarded Building Services contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Mechanical Estimator. This is a key appointment within the business, suited to an experienced Mechanical Estimator with a strong background in the M&E contracting sector. You will take responsibility for producing competitive and commercially robust tenders across a varied portfolio of projects, including major multi-million-pound schemes. The Role Working closely with the Pre-Construction and Commercial teams, your responsibilities will include: * Preparing detailed mechanical estimates and tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission. * Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation. * Producing accurate material and labour take-offs. * Obtaining and evaluating quotations from suppliers and subcontractors. * Identifying potential commercial risks and opportunities within tender documentation. * Preparing detailed cost plans and tender summaries. * Attending pre-tender and post-tender meetings where required. * Liaising with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors. * Working closely with operational teams to ensure an effective handover following successful tenders. * Supporting value engineering exercises and alternative technical solutions. * Managing multiple tenders simultaneously and ensuring submissions are completed within agreed timescales. The Candidate We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Estimator with a strong understanding of mechanical building services installations. You should have: * Previous estimating experience within an M&E or Building Services contractor. * Strong knowledge of mechanical services, including heating, ventilation, air conditioning, domestic water and associated pipework systems. * Experience pricing projects from drawings, specifications and schedules. * A good understanding of labour, material and subcontract costs. * Experience tendering projects within the commercial, industrial, education, healthcare or similar sectors. * Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail. * The ability to manage your own workload and work effectively to tender deadlines. Applications are welcomed from experienced Mechanical Estimators looking to step into a more senior position, as well as established Senior Estimators seeking their next move. The Opportunity This is a permanent position with a successful Building Services contractor offering a strong pipeline of secured and prospective work. The successful candidate will join an experienced pre-construction team and have the opportunity to play an important role in securing significant mechanical and M&E projects across the region. Salary: Up to £65,000 + Car + Package, dependent upon experience