Senior Mechanical Estimator

Briggs & Forrester Engineering Services Ltd
Birmingham
1 week ago
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Due to continued growth, Briggs & Forrester Engineering Services is seeking a talentedSenior Mechanical Estimator to join our Midlands team based in our Coleshill Office, Birmingham. This is more than a traditional estimating role — it’s an opportunity to play a pivotal role in securing major projects, shaping tender strategies, and contributing to the continued success of a respected industry leader. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where technical expertise meets strategic thinking, and you’re looking to make a real impact within a collaborative and high-performing team, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a senior member of the team, you’ll:

  • Take a leading role in the tender process, ensuring deadlines are achieved and estimating duties are provided to the highest standard
  • Produce detailed and accurate tender bids and cost plans
  • Review and fully interpret tender documentation including Prelims, T&Cs, BREEAM, Fire Strategy, Acoustics, BIM and more
  • Attend, present and chair internal and external meetings, and take a proactive role within the team
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients
  • Collaborate closely with subcontractors and suppliers — leveraging established partners while identifying and developing new leads
  • Ensure M&E abnormals are captured across both disciplines
  • Agree strategies for named specialists and ‘equal’ alternatives within specifications
  • Ensure submissions are accurate, competitive and aligned with project requirements

Requirements

  • Comprehensive technical knowledge across all aspects of Mechanical Building Services
  • The ability to review, challenge and develop tender design information and strategies to provide best value to our clients
  • Strong estimating experience and possess a thorough understanding of project costing strategies
  • Confidence to lead discussions and influence stakeholders at all levels
  • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
  • The ability to work collaboratively while promoting a positive and supportive team culture
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

Why Join Us?

  • This is your opportunity to join a highly successful and well-established team where your expertise will directly influence project success and business growth. You’ll benefit from working within a respected organisation that values professionalism, teamwork, and excellence.
  • If you’re ready to take the next step in your career within a forward-thinking and ambitious business, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

Package

  • 25 days holiday (up to 30 days with service) plus bank holidays
  • Private healthcare scheme and life insurance
  • Pension scheme with 5.5% employer contribution
  • Enhanced maternity and adoption policy – 13 weeks full pay followed by 26 weeks at SMP
  • Enhanced paternity policy – 2 weeks full pay (available as consecutive weeks or flexible instalments)
  • Employee owned business
  • An excellent working environment, opportunities for career progression and further technical and personal development
  • An inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive, regardless of background or identity.


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