Mechanical Estimator
Leighton Buzzard
DK220126MECHANICALESTIMATOR
Mechanical & Electrical
Permanent

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Discipline: HVAC

Speciality: Estimating, Mechanical

UK Residency Required: Yes

Salary: £60k - £65k per annum

Apply by: 28/02/2026

Min Experience: years

OVERVIEW & ROLE DESCRIPTION

Overview

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Estimator on behalf of a successful HVAC Facilities company who specialise in commercial hvac systems and mechanical services.

With over 40 years’ experience, they work on a range of sites including schools, offices, hospitals, warehouses, pharmaceutical sites, gyms and many more.

We are looking for candidates with experience estimating projects from £0 – £3 million mechanical value (HVAC and Plumbing).

This is a permanent position, based in Leighton Buzzard, paying £60k – £65k per annum. Perks include company profit share paid every quarter – dependant on company performance, pension, 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising a day up to 25 days for every year of service etc.

 

Responsibilities

  • Work on projects ranging from £0 – £3Million mechanically.
  • All aspects of Tender Documentation and Preparation including; reading drawings and specifications.
  • Assess key supply chain in line with strict tender requirement.
  • Ensuring estimating procedures are followed and inputting data into the estimation software programme.
  • Advise key information to the Pre-construction Manager & the Directors for tender evaluation.
  • Generating a list of Sub-contractors & Suppliers for enquiries to be sent out to and carry out the whole tender process while following company procedures.

 

Skills & Attributes

  • Ideally previous experience working as a Mechanical Estimator for an M&E/HVAC company.
  • In-depth knowledge of HVAC systems, equipment, and components.
  • Preferably, come from a degree background in Estimating/Quantity Surveying; however, we will also consider candidates who have progressed within a company to gain their estimating experience.
  • Show understanding and have the ability to apply themselves working under pressure to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently and unsupervised.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
  • An eye for detail and a desire to work to a very high standard.
  • Full UK Driving License.

 

Note:- Apex M&E Solutions are acting as an Employment Agency

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • Ideally previous experience working as a Mechanical Estimator for an M&E/HVAC company.
  • In-depth knowledge of HVAC systems, equipment, and components.
  • Preferably, come from a degree background in Estimating/Quantity Surveying; however, we will also consider candidates who have progressed within a company to gain their estimating experience.
  • Show understanding and have the ability to apply themselves working under pressure to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently and unsupervised.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
  • An eye for detail and a desire to work to a very high standard.
  • Full UK Driving License.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work on projects ranging from £0 – £3Million mechanically.
  • All aspects of Tender Documentation and Preparation including; reading drawings and specifications.
  • Assess key supply chain in line with strict tender requirement.
  • Ensuring estimating procedures are followed and inputting data into the estimation software programme.
  • Advise key information to the Pre-construction Manager & the Directors for tender evaluation.
  • Generating a list of Sub-contractors & Suppliers for enquiries to be sent out to and carry out the whole tender process while following company procedures.