Senior MEP Estimator

Senior MEP Estimator at Alternative Heat Ltd Role Overview Reporting to the Estimating Lead, this role plays a pivotal part in developing accurate costings for large-scale decarbonisation initiatives within commercial, industrial and public building applications. Hours & Salary Hours | 38 hours. 8.00am to 5.00pm Mon to Thurs & 8.00am to 3.00pm Friday Salary | Competitive depending on experience Responsibilities Review project information received from clients and collaborate with the preconstruction team, directors, and estimating lead to define the estimating approach. Interpret and analyse schematics, specifications, and design documents to produce detailed material and labour take-offs. Input data into mechanical estimating software and budget templates. Work closely with the commercial team and contractors to assess labour requirements for each project and compile associated costings for internal review and comparison. Lead the development of MEP and builders’ enquiry packages, including detailed scope documentation. Manage supplier and subcontractor engagement to secure competitive, comprehensive proposals, and conduct thorough commercial comparisons to support informed decision‑making. Lead the commercial and performance comparison of plant equipment options. Summarise findings and incorporate into the project budget notes. Demonstrate strong Excel skills to compile budgets and produce detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and price breakdowns for client submissions. Attend site visits and meetings with design engineers and preconstruction managers as required, both before and after contract award. Ensure a thorough understanding of the bid scope through collaboration with the estimating lead, preconstruction, and wider team. Conduct final commercial reviews prior to submission. Assist in preparing project handover documentation and participate in internal post‑award meetings to review the estimate with the delivery team. Perform any other tasks as required by management to support the estimating function. Qualifications Third level qualification in a Mechanical, Quantity Surveying, or Cost Engineering discipline or can demonstrate an equivalent level of experience. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a mechanical estimating role, on Mechanical projects from high‑level budget enquiries; detailed design pricing, to full tender pricing. Knowledge of commercial conditions and the need for attention to detail. Working knowledge of labour, plant, materials and equipment rates. Experience in reading & understanding drawings/schematics and completing detailed take‑offs. Experience in Microsoft Office applications – to include Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook. Ability to take ownership of duties and a willingness to grow and learn within the team and the company. Also help with training other team members as appropriate. Experience of working in a fast‑paced environment. Employee Benefits Full in‑house training and career development opportunities. Health cash plan. Full access to smart wellbeing platform. Free annual health check during working hours. Annual leave increasing in line with length of service. Lavish long‑service awards. Generously funded social events organised for all employees throughout the year via our Social and Wellbeing committee. Electric vehicle charging ports. Full access to car emergency kit. Annual Christmas raffle. Yearly allowance for AH branded clothing merchandise. Secure, free onsite parking. Dedicated departmental budget allocated annually for team building events during working hours. Free Barista‑style coffee, hot chocolate, tea, and fruit provided daily. Friendly and supportive working environment in state‑of‑the‑art facilities. Location: Dungannon, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom #J-18808-Ljbffr