Mechanical Estimator / Senior Estimator - Oxofrd
CV-LibraryOxford, OxfordshirepermanentPosted: 10 August 2026
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* Review drawings, specifications, tender documentation and employer’s requirements.
* Prepare detailed estimates for design-and-build mechanical packages.
* Complete accurate material and labour take-offs.
* Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
* Build competitive tender prices covering labour, materials, plant and specialist packages.
* Identify commercial risks, tender qualifications, exclusions and opportunities.
* Explore value-engineering solutions without compromising quality or compliance.
* Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process.
* Attend tender meetings, site visits and project clarification meetings where required.
* Work collaboratively with the directors and wider estimating team.
* Prepare professional tender submissions and supporting documentation.
* Provide a clear handover to the commercial and project-delivery teams following an award.
* Maintain estimating records, pricing information and supplier relationships.
What we’re looking for
* Approximately 5 years’ mechanical estimating experience.
* Strong knowledge of mechanical building services and new-build construction.
* Experience estimating design-and-build mechanical packages.
* The ability to interpret drawings, specifications and technical tender information.
* A sound understanding of labour, material, plant and subcontractor costs.
* Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
* The ability to manage multiple tenders and work effectively to deadlines.
* Confident communication and negotiation skills.
* A collaborative, practical and solutions-focused approach.
* Experience using Trimble estimating software is preferred.
* Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and standard office software.
Experience within housing, apartment developments, care homes, commercial buildings or education projects would be particularly valuable
* Review drawings, specifications, tender documentation and employer’s requirements.
* Prepare detailed estimates for design-and-build mechanical packages.
* Complete accurate material and labour take-offs.
* Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
* Build competitive tender prices covering labour, materials, plant and specialist packages.
* Identify commercial risks, tender qualifications, exclusions and opportunities.
* Explore value-engineering solutions without compromising quality or compliance.
* Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process.
* Attend tender meetings, site visits and project clarification meetings where required.
* Work collaboratively with the directors and wider estimating team.
* Prepare professional tender submissions and supporting documentation.
* Provide a clear handover to the commercial and project-delivery teams following an award.
* Maintain estimating records, pricing information and supplier relationships.
What we’re looking for
* Approximately 5 years’ mechanical estimating experience.
* Strong knowledge of mechanical building services and new-build construction.
* Experience estimating design-and-build mechanical packages.
* The ability to interpret drawings, specifications and technical tender information.
* A sound understanding of labour, material, plant and subcontractor costs.
* Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
* The ability to manage multiple tenders and work effectively to deadlines.
* Confident communication and negotiation skills.
* A collaborative, practical and solutions-focused approach.
* Experience using Trimble estimating software is preferred.
* Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and standard office software.
Experience within housing, apartment developments, care homes, commercial buildings or education projects would be particularly valuable