Mechanical Estimator / Senior Mechanical Estimator / Estimating Manager Cambridge (with option to work from Colchester office part of the week)
£60,000 - £80,000 + Car / Allowance + Benefits
We are representing a highly respected
M&E Contractor with a strong reputation across
education, healthcare, life sciences, leisure, and student accommodation projects. With a turnover of £55m and £21m cash in the bank, they are one of the most financially secure businesses in the region, growing steadily year on year through collaborative working and long-term client partnerships.
Due to sustained growth, they are looking to add
Mechanical Estimators to their pre-construction team. For the right candidate, there is also the opportunity to step into an
Estimating Manager position.
The Role - Prepare mechanical tenders and cost plans on projects typically up to £12.5m (sweet spot £5m-£6m).
- Work across a range of sectors including education, healthcare, life sciences, leisure, and student accommodation.
- Liaise with supply chain partners to ensure best value.
- Provide technical and commercial input during the pre-construction phase.
- Collaborate closely with clients, consultants, and internal project teams.
- Mentor junior estimators if stepping into a management role.
What We're Looking For - Proven experience as a Mechanical Estimator within building services.
- Sector experience in education, healthcare, or life sciences preferred.
- Strong commercial acumen and technical understanding.
- Ability to work full-time in the Cambridge office (with flexibility to use Colchester office).
- Senior candidates should be confident in leading estimating functions.
What's on Offer - £60,000 - £80,000 (depending on experience and level).
- Car allowance or company car.
- 9% pension + death in service.
- 25 days annual leave (rising with service) + Christmas Eve as a holiday.
- Brand-new offices in Colchester and modern facilities in Cambridge.
- Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing, supportive business.