Mechanical Estimator
Briggs & Forrester Living
tender bids
cost plans
supply enquiries
tender docs
client interface
quality assurance
Production of detailed tender bids and cost plans
Issuing supply chain enquiries via electronic platforms
Attending mid and post tender meetings
Interfacing with both our existing and prospective new clients
Communication and interfacing with sub-contractor and supplier companies, using existing companies and generating new leads
Issuing/updating tender documents via an electronic control system
Ensuring quality standards are maintained in accordance with company QA policies
commercial acumen
trimble estimation
mechanical services
electrical knowledge
supplier knowledge
teamwork
Commercial acumen to ensure tenders are financially sound
Pro-active and approachable
Wide supplier and sub-contractor knowledge
Computer literate with experience of “Trimble Estimation” software
We wish to appoint 2No Mechanical Estimators within our highly successful Pre-Contract team at Briggs and Forrester Living reporting to the Mechanical Estimating Manager.
Willing and able to work as part of a team with personal skills to promote good relationships and a friendly working environment
The position will involve the day-to-day management of the tender process to ensure standards are maintained and deadlines are met. Whilst mechanically biased, the position also demands a wide knowledge of electrical engineering services. Candidates will need to demonstrate a broad knowledge of the industry and will have experience in a wide range of sectors, specifically including residential, hotel and student accommodation projects.
Thorough and efficient
Comprehensive technical knowledge of all aspects of Mechanical building services
BenefitsCar Scheme
Private Health Care
This is a permanent, office-based position with strong career prospects.
Opportunities for career progression
25 days holiday (+ 8 days public holidays)
Profit related pay scheme
Life insurance
• Competitive salary
Pension Scheme with 5.5% Employer contribution
Training + DevelopmentGroup Value £213–229m
Company Size
The company is part of a large group with significant financial resources.
£501m Forward Orders
Order Book
The company has a notable record of forward orders, indicating strong future prospects.
- Born from a residential MEP rebrand, it focuses on large-scale housing, PRS, and student projects like One Blackfriars and Blackdale.
- Drawn on a steady financial turnaround to invest in expansion across the North and Midlands.
- Built its reputation by delivering high-profile residential work in cities such as London, Manchester, Leeds, Norwich, and beyond.
- Operates as principal contractor on MEP for residential towers, student blocks, and build-to-rent schemes.
- Distinctive for its sharp regional growth strategy and targeted focus on living-sector infrastructure.
- Balances specialist MEP capability with a compelling pipeline of forward-book projects.
- Health, Safety & Welfare of all is paramount
- Continual improvement through investigating, investing and using new technology to improve HSEQ performance
- Accredited management systems: OHSAS 18001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, SSIP, Safe Contractor, CHAS, Constructionline, Achilles UVBD, Achilles Building Confidence, British Safety Council, RoSPA
- ‘OUR Safety’ initiative to communicate positive change in attitudes and behaviour and embed a culture that puts safety first
- Employee Wellbeing initiative: training employees as Mental Health First Aiders; 24/7 access to MIND and Samaritans helplines
- Excellence at every level: commitment to quality, service and innovation across engineering, design, installation, commissioning and energy consultancy
172 tCO₂
Carbon Savings
Carbon dioxide savings achieved in the 2018/2019 period.
£262–265m
Annual Turnover
Group turnover during the 2018/2019 period.
- Driven by ‘Driving sustainability’ core value: reducing operational impact and supporting customers with efficient, sustainable solutions
- ISO 14001–accredited Environmental Management System integrated in operations
- Sustainability consultancy and energy audits offered alongside design, installation and commissioning
- Net‑zero target not explicitly stated on public site
- No DEI-related strategy, goals or gender statistics found in public materials
