Mechanical Estimator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Philippines.

📋 Description

• Generate comprehensive estimates for commercial ventilation, ductwork, and extensive mechanical-services projects.

• Examine mechanical blueprints, specifications, schedules, tender documents, and other project-related information.

• Perform quantity take-offs for labor, materials, equipment, and mechanical components.

• Analyze proposed mechanical designs to establish practical installation delivery methods.

• Compute labor hours, material quantities, equipment needs, access requirements, subcontracted works, and additional costs.

• Acquire and assess quotes from suppliers and subcontractors.

• Implement labor rates, productivity allowances, material costs, and commercial considerations.

• Create estimates for review and approval by the Project Manager.

• Update estimates in response to design alterations, new information, or feedback.

• Keep accurate records of estimates, take-offs, quotations, assumptions, and supporting documentation.

• Aid in transferring successful estimates to Project Managers.

• Evaluate drawings and project details for constructability, completeness, and technical consistency.

• Recognize installation challenges, access needs, sequencing problems, and coordination risks.

• Raise technical questions regarding omissions, discrepancies, and unclear project scopes.

• Ensure estimates comply with UK regulations, client standards, and accepted industry practices.

• Collaborate closely with six Project Managers regarding scope, technical specifications, client expectations, and turnaround times.

• Handle multiple estimating requests while ensuring accuracy and meeting deadlines.

• Cultivate an understanding of clients, sites, commercial expectations, and delivery methods.

• Assist Project Managers by minimizing routine estimating and take-off tasks.

• Function as an integrated remote team member.

• Identify omissions, underpricing risks, and potential cost exposures.

• Balance competitive pricing with project profitability.

• Contribute to the development of estimating templates, cost databases, and internal pricing processes.

• Utilize project feedback to enhance the accuracy of future estimates.

• Securely and confidentially manage sensitive drawings, specifications, and commercial information.

• Adhere to document control, data security, and restricted information protocols.

• Incorporate enhanced security, vetting, and compliance requirements into estimates.

• Maintain discretion with government, transport, defense-related, and security-sensitive information.

• Comply with background screening, confidentiality, and project-specific security protocols.

• Carry out other role-specific duties as needed.

⛳️ Requirements

• Prior experience in the UK industry, including knowledge of UK project documentation, working practices, and regulatory obligations.

• A degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, HVAC, Ventilation, Plumbing, or a closely related field.

• Background in commercial ventilation and ductwork systems within government buildings, major retail or warehouse facilities, rail infrastructure, or large transport stations.

• Solid grounding in mechanical engineering, mechanical building services, or a mechanically trained trade background.

• Experience in conducting detailed quantity take-offs from mechanical drawings, specifications, and schedules.

• Proficiency in accurately calculating labor, materials, equipment, access, and other project requirements.

• Experience in reviewing mechanical designs and evaluating constructability and installation methods.

• Ability to identify incomplete information, technical inconsistencies, scope gaps, and pricing risks.

• Experience in pricing large and technically complex commercial projects.

• Capability to manage multiple estimates and collaborate effectively with several Project Managers.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Confidence in posing technical questions and clearly conveying estimating assumptions and concerns.

• Strong numerical aptitude, attention to detail, and commitment to precision.

• Exceptional organizational, document control, and deadline management skills.

• Ability to work independently while remaining closely connected with a UK-based team.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant take-off, estimating, and document review software.

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality when managing commercially or operationally sensitive information.

• Experience with projects delivered for Tier 1 contractors, facilities management organizations, schools, or MOD sites.

• Familiarity with established clients and the application of account-specific pricing, standards, and turnaround expectations.

• Experience in obtaining and commercially evaluating UK supplier and subcontractor quotations.

🏝️ Benefits

• Work from home

• Mon - Fri: 8.00am - 5.00pm GMT/BST (mid-shift schedule)

• HMO with 2 free dependents and medical reimbursements

• Government-mandated benefits

• Work from home allowances

• Opportunities to collaborate with leading companies in Australia and beyond

• Training programs for career advancement

• Engaging company outings, team activities, and wellness sessions

• Supportive and inclusive culture

• Dedicated managers focused on your growth and success

• Competitive salary and benefits

• Additional entitlements

• Structured career development programs

• People-first culture emphasizing stability, growth, and genuine care

• Equal opportunity and inclusive workplace