Estimating manager Work, Jobs in Chadwell Heath, Gtl (with Salaries)

Estimating Manager
Universal Mechanical & Electrical Ltd —Wickford
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Microsoft Office
- Databases
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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Estimating Manager
Arcus FM —Brentwood
- Up to £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Schematics
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
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8d
Scenic Project Manager
Aztec Event Services —Chessington
- Up to £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- CAD
- Project management
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
- Flexible schedule
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11d
Flooring Contracts Manager - Contract Flooring
All The Floors Ltd —Hoddesdon
- £40,000 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Project management
- Organisational skills
- Sick pay
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11d
Commercial Manager
Ground Control —Billericay
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Team management
- Travel
- Annual leave
- Life insurance
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7d
Experienced Estimator
WJ South Ltd —London
- £35,000 - £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Civil engineering
- Microsoft Excel
- Travel
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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Client Project Manager / Refurbishment & Maintenance
Optimal Group —London
- £35,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- CRM software
- Customer service
- Maintenance
- Profit sharing
- Annual leave
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Professional Services Team Manager - Implementation Consulting
monday.com —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Team management
- AI
- Communication skills
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Senior Consultant
Engineered Intelligence Inc. —London
- Full-time
- Remote
- Spanish
- Engineering
- Analysis skills
- Annual leave
- Flexible schedule
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Office Manager
City of London Police —London
- £37,190 a year
- Hybrid work
- Administrative experience
- Budgeting
- Annual leave
- Flexible schedule
4d
PROCUREMENT MANAGER
Laing O'Rourke —Dartford
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
Project Manager (Commercial Real Estate, Smart Buildings & Construction)
Facility Performance Consulting Limited —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Google Suite
- Azure
- Microsoft Office
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Project Controls Manager (Project Coordination)
HDR —London
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- Supervising experience
Business Development Manager
Adaston —London
- £60,000.00 - £65,947.09 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Work from home
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General Manager
ABM UK —London
- Full-time
- Business development
- Team management
- Recruiting
- Employee discount
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General Manager
ABM —London
- Full-time
- Sales
- Business development
- Team management
Estimator / Quantity Surveyor – Construction
Mg construction services ltd —London
- £50,000 - £80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Travel
- Contracts
- Free parking
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5d
Assistant Project Manager
McAllister —London
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Engineering
- ERP systems
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11d
Bid Writer
Sureserve —London
- £55,000 - £60,000 a year
- Continuous improvement
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Project Manager
Optimized Metal Fabrication —Medway
- £35,000 - £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
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Estimating Manager

Universal Mechanical & Electrical Ltd
Wickford

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time

Benefits

Free parking
Annual leave
Company pension
Private medical insurance
On-site parking

Qualifications

Bid management
JCT contracts
Pricing strategies
Construction project cost estimation
Market analysis
NEC contracts
Team leadership
Procurement
Mentoring junior staff
Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Microsoft Office
Databases
Analysis skills
Electrical systems
Continuous improvement
Decision making
Risk management
Mentoring
Recruiting
Contracts
Professional development mentoring
Training & development
Tender documentation
Negotiated procurement
Leadership
Communication skills
Mechanical knowledge
Value engineering
Negotiation
Project cost estimation
Analytics

Full job description

Role: M&E Estimating Manager

Location: Wickford / Hybrid – must be able to travel to Wickford a minimum of 3 days a week to manage the team.

Reports to: Director

Direct Reports: electrical estimator, mechanical estimator

Core Responsibilities: As the estimating manager, you will lead our estimating function, ensuring compliant, high-quality tenders are produced on time making sure risks and opportunities have been correctly assessed. You will review the tender documentation to ensure that appropriate technical queries are raised and that the cost estimates and bills of quantities produced are competitive and reflective of the works. Upon award of projects, you will ensure a handover pack is produced for the project delivery team.

Analysing the bill of quantities produced by the estimators to ensure they are

Whilst producing bills of materials will be required time to time to support the estimating team, the main function of the role is to oversee the estimating department, chairing internal pre-tender meetings, providing value engineering suggestions, working in line with our design manager, contributing to the company's tendering strategy, improving estimating accuracy and developing cost models for different types of installations an analysing the works produced by the estimators to make sure there are no errors.

The candidate will have a strong technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems with excellent detail to attention, commercial awareness and ability to work under pressure.

M&E Estimating Manager

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced M&E Estimating Manager to lead our mechanical and electrical estimating team. This role is responsible for overseeing the preparation of accurate and competitive cost estimates for building services across a varied portfolio of construction projects. The successful candidate will combine technical expertise with commercial acumen to support our tendering strategy and drive profitability.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Tendering

Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates for mechanical and electrical installations including HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, fire protection, and building management systems
Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications, and contract terms to identify scope, risks, and opportunities
Produce comprehensive bills of quantities and pricing schedules
Coordinate bid submissions ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery
Present estimates and tender strategies to senior management for review and approval

Team Leadership

Manage and develop a team of M&E estimators, providing guidance, mentoring, and performance feedback
Allocate workload effectively across the team to meet multiple concurrent tender deadlines
Foster a collaborative environment that encourages continuous improvement and knowledge sharing
Recruit and train new estimating staff as the team expands

Commercial Management

Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and specialist installers to secure competitive pricing
Negotiate terms and conditions with the supply chain to optimise value
Conduct market analysis to stay informed of materials pricing, labour rates, and industry trends
Identify value engineering opportunities and alternative solutions to enhance competitiveness

Strategic Input

Participate in pre-tender meetings with clients, design teams, and project stakeholders
Contribute to the company's bid/no-bid decision-making process
Provide technical and commercial input during the early stages of project development
Support post-tender negotiations and handover to project delivery teams
Develop and maintain estimating procedures, templates, and cost databases

Risk & Quality Management

Identify and assess technical and commercial risks within tender submissions
Ensure estimates comply with company standards, quality procedures, and health & safety requirements
Conduct post-project reviews to validate estimating accuracy and capture lessons learned
Maintain awareness of relevant regulations, codes, and industry standards

Essential Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or related discipline
Minimum 7-10 years' experience in M&E estimating within the construction industry
At least 2 years in a management or senior estimating role
Proven track record of successfully winning competitive tenders

Technical Skills

Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services systems and installation methods
Proficiency in estimating software and MS Office suite (particularly Excel)
Strong understanding of construction contracts (e.g., JCT, NEC) and procurement routes
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contract documentation

Personal Attributes

Excellent analytical and numerical skills with high attention to detail
Strong commercial awareness and business acumen
Effective leadership and people management capabilities
Outstanding communication and presentation skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Strategic thinker with problem-solving aptitude

What We Offer

Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Company vehicle or car allowance
Pension scheme
Private healthcare
Professional development support and CPD opportunities
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service

Reporting Structure

This role reports to the Director and works closely with the Design and Operation Teams

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Free parking
On-site parking
Private medical insurance

Work Location: In person

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