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.
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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