Estimator - Mechanical OR Electrical
Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 + Vehicle, fuel card, health plan.
Location: Fareham
An established facilities and building services business is looking to appoint an M&E Estimator to support a growing pipeline of Mechanical, Electrical and HVAC projects. You’ll be joining a stable, well-structured team delivering projects across the public sector and direct client environments, with typical values ranging up to £1.5m.
This is a role where your input genuinely influences project wins, commercial outcomes, and long-term growth. If you enjoy ownership, variety, and being trusted to run with your tenders, this one’s worth a look.
About the role
* Producing accurate, competitive M&E tenders using estimating software
* Managing tenders from enquiry through to submission, end to end
* Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation to identify risk and opportunity
* Preparing clear, well-presented qualitative and commercial submissions
* Analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations for compliance and value
* Attending site surveys and tender meetings where required
* Supporting project teams during handover to ensure a smooth commercial transition
About you
* Demonstrable experience of Estimating either Mechanical OR Electrical
* Confidence reading and working from construction drawings
* The ability to juggle multiple tenders without quality dropping
* Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
* Experience with estimating software and Microsoft Office
* A proactive, organised approach and clear communication style
* Full UK driving licence
* Ability to pass DBS / background checks (projects include schools and secure sites)
Why This Role Will Appeal to You
* You’re trusted to manage your own workload without micromanagement
* You’ll work on meaningful, technically interesting projects — not repetitive low-value tenders
* Clear progression and development opportunities as the team continues to grow
* A stable employer with long-term contracts and strong financial backing
* A supportive commercial structure around you, not firefighting
Package & Benefits
* 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Company vehicle and fuel card
* Overtime available
* Company mobile and full uniform
* Pension scheme
* Health cash plan (dental, optical, physio & wellbeing)
* Employee assistance programme