Anders Mechanical Services
Senior mechanical estimator
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Senior Mechanical Estimator
Anders Mechanical Services
Postcombe, near Thame, Oxfordshire, OX9 7ED
£45,000–£60,000 per year, depending on experience
Full-time | Permanent | Office-based with hybrid flexibility
Join a growing, family-run mechanical contractor
Anders Mechanical Services is looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Estimator to join our established estimating team.
We are a friendly, inclusive, family-run business delivering complete mechanical installations for new-build developments across the residential, care, commercial and education sectors.
With an annual turnover of approximately £10 million, a strong forward workload and ambitions to grow turnover to £15 million by 2031, this is an excellent time to become part of our team. We currently have approximately £12.5 million of tendered opportunities relating to projects already secured by our clients.
You will work closely with our directors and estimating team, taking responsibility for producing accurate, commercially competitive tenders for mechanical packages typically valued between £500,000 and £3 million.
The role
As Senior Mechanical Estimator, you will manage tenders from initial enquiry through to submission and handover. You will evaluate project requirements, prepare detailed cost estimates and help us secure profitable, deliverable work.
Our projects cover a broad range of mechanical services, including:
- Plumbing and heating
- Ventilation
- Air conditioning
- Sprinkler systems
- Dry risers
- Renewable technologies
- BMS and mechanical controls
Key responsibilities
- Review drawings, specifications, tender documentation and employer’s requirements.
- Prepare detailed estimates for design-and-build mechanical packages.
- Complete accurate material and labour take-offs.
- Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
- Build competitive tender prices covering labour, materials, plant and specialist packages.
- Identify commercial risks, tender qualifications, exclusions and opportunities.
- Explore value-engineering solutions without compromising quality or compliance.
- Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process.
- Attend tender meetings, site visits and project clarification meetings where required.
- Work collaboratively with the directors and wider estimating team.
- Prepare professional tender submissions and supporting documentation.
- Provide a clear handover to the commercial and project-delivery teams following an award.
- Maintain estimating records, pricing information and supplier relationships.
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What we’re looking for
- Approximately 5–8 years’ mechanical estimating experience, ideally within a mechanical contractor.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical building services and new-build construction.
- Experience estimating design-and-build mechanical packages.
- The ability to interpret drawings, specifications and technical tender information.
- A sound understanding of labour, material, plant and subcontractor costs.
- Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
- The ability to manage multiple tenders and work effectively to deadlines.
- Confident communication and negotiation skills.
- A collaborative, practical and solutions-focused approach.
- Experience using Trimble estimating software is preferred.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and standard office software.
- Experience within housing, apartment developments, care homes, commercial buildings or education projects would be particularly valuable.
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What we offer
- Salary of £45,000–£60,000, depending on experience.
- Annual bonus scheme.
- 27 days’ annual holiday.
- Company pension.
- Office-based role with hybrid-working flexibility.
- Monday-to-Friday working hours, 8:00am–5:00pm.
- A varied pipeline of substantial new-build projects.
- Direct access to the company’s directors and involvement in key tender decisions.
- A supportive estimating team and collaborative working environment.
- Regular company events.
- The stability and personal atmosphere of a family-run business.
- The opportunity to play an important role in the company’s next stage of growth.
About Anders Mechanical Services
Anders Mechanical Services delivers new-build mechanical installations for projects ranging from individual houses and residential developments to apartment schemes, care homes, schools and commercial properties.
Our success is built on strong relationships, teamwork and a commitment to delivering high-quality mechanical solutions. Although we are an ambitious and growing company, we have retained the friendly, flexible and inclusive culture of a family-run business.
Apply today
If you are an experienced Mechanical Estimator looking for a senior role within a supportive and growing contractor, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Please apply through Indeed with your current CV and a brief summary of your relevant mechanical estimating experience.
Job type: Full-time, permanent
Pay: £45,000–£60,000 per year
Benefits: Company pension, annual bonus, 27 days’ holiday and hybrid-working flexibility
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm
Work location: Postcombe, near Thame, Oxfordshire, OX9 7ED
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