Mechanical Estimator

Mechanical Estimator | Building Services | Romsey | £300 – £375 per day | CIS / Ltd Company

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join a respected M&E Building Services contractor delivering projects from £100k to £5m on a contract basis.

The business is seeking a technically capable Mechanical Estimator who can prepare accurate and commercially robust tenders across a varied portfolio of building services projects. The role offers the opportunity to work with an established contractor delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical installations across multiple sectors.

About the Company

The company is a well-established M&E Building Services contractor delivering mechanical and electrical installations across commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, leisure, and public sector environments. Known for their technical capability and consistent project delivery, the business has developed strong relationships with clients and consultants across the region.

Their projects include full mechanical building services installations such as HVAC systems, plantrooms, heating and chilled water systems, ventilation, pipework, and public health services.

The Role

As Mechanical Estimator, you will take responsibility for preparing mechanical building services tenders from initial enquiry through to submission and project handover.

You will review drawings and specifications, produce accurate take-offs, obtain supplier quotations, and ensure tenders are commercially competitive while maintaining strong technical accuracy.

Projects typically range from £100k through to larger multi-million-pound installations across sectors including commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, and fit-out environments.

This role would suit candidates currently working as: Mechanical Estimator, Senior Mechanical Estimator, Building Services Estimator, M&E Estimator, or Mechanical Pre-Construction Estimator.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing mechanical building services tenders from drawings and specifications
• Producing accurate take-offs and cost plans
• Pricing HVAC systems, plantrooms, heating systems, chilled water systems, ventilation, pipework, and public health services
• Obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Reviewing tender documentation and identifying value engineering opportunities
• Supporting commercial review and risk analysis of tenders
• Ensuring smooth handover to project delivery teams following successful tenders

About You

Proven experience operating as a Mechanical Estimator within an M&E Building Services contractor environment

Strong technical understanding of HVAC, pipework, plantrooms, heating, ventilation, and mechanical systems

Experience pricing building services projects across sectors such as commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, or fit-out

Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate and commercially robust tenders

Experience using estimating software such as would be advantageous

Engagement Terms – Mechanical Estimator

£300 – £375 per day

Engagement via CIS or Limited Company

Long-Term Contract Opportunity

Immediate or Short Notice Start Available

Next Steps

Please apply online today, or contact Rob at David Leslie Ltd for an informal and confidential discussion.

About David Leslie Ltd

David Leslie Ltd is a family-run construction recruitment consultancy with over 20 years’ experience connecting professionals and employers across the UK. Specialising in the Building, Fit-Out, and M&E Building Services sectors, our approach is built on trust, integrity, and long-term partnerships, ensuring both clients and candidates receive a service that is personal, transparent, and expertly delivered.