JOB TITLE: Mechanical Estimator & Bid Manager
LOCATION: Nr Reading
SALARY: £45k - £55k + Car
JOB INFORMATION - Mechanical Estimator & Bid Manager
As a Mechanical Estimator & Bid Manager Prepare detailed cost estimates for mechanical services packages, including HVAC, refrigeration, pipework, plumbing, and associated systems.
Analyse tender drawings, specifications, schedules, and client
Carry out detailed take-offs, cost build-ups, and analytical
Source, evaluate, and negotiate supplier and subcontractor
Identify commercial risks, opportunities, and value engineering
Maintain accurate pricing records, cost data, and benchmarking
Manage the full bid process from opportunity identification through to
Prepare, compile, and submit compliant tender documentation within
Coordinate inputs from internal teams, suppliers, and
Attend site visits, surveys, and pre-tender meetings where
Manage post-tender clarifications, negotiations, and
Ensure effective and structured handover of successful bids to Operations, including scope, pricing assumptions, risks, and exclusions.
CANDIDATE INFORMATION - Mechanical Estimator & Bid Manager
As a Mechanical Estimator & Bid Manager you will have proven experience in mechanical estimating within building services, small works, maintenance, and Hard FM environments.
Strong technical understanding of mechanical systems and installation
Comfortable managing multiple tenders simultaneously with minimal
Confident interpreting technical drawings and
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with good negotiation
Well organised, able to prioritise workload, and meet
Proactive, solution-focused, and detail-
Good command of the English
Smart, professional, optimistic, and helpful in
Reliable, flexible, and responsible with a strong work
COMPANY INFORMATION - Mechanical Estimator & Bid Manager
Specialists in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC), Air Source Heat Pumps, Refrigeration, Design & Consultation our client is a well established and reputable business with a diverse range of clients, including educational institutions such as colleges and schools, cultural venues like theatres, recreational facilities including tennis and golf clubs, and specialised environments such as laboratories