Senior BMS/HVAC Estimator

Seeking a Senior BMS/HVAC Estimator on a contract basis.

The office is based in Bracknell, Berks. However, the worker can be hybrid, office based or WFH.

You will support a growing pipeline of projects within the building automation and energy solutions space, producing accurate and timely cost estimates for BMS/HVAC projects.

Role: Senior BMS/HVAC Estimator
Basis: Maternity cover contract. Ideal start date 1st June
Hours: Mon-Fri. 9am-5pm
Pay: 26.49 per hour PAYE only. Plus 3.19 per hour holiday pay in addition

Travel: UK travel only for 10-20% of the time

This is a key role where you'll take ownership of producing accurate, competitive cost estimates for both project and service opportunities, working closely with sales, engineering, and delivery teams.

As a Senior Estimator, you'll be responsible for developing detailed and professional proposals, ensuring solutions are technically sound, commercially viable, and aligned with client requirements.
You'll collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to deliver high-quality estimates, while also supporting bid processes and contributing to successful project wins.

Main Responsibilities:

• Produce accurate and timely cost estimates for BMS/HVAC projects (materials, labour, scope)
• Partner with Sales and Engineering teams to develop optimal technical solutions
• Interpret RFQs and engage early to shape design and approach
• Prepare detailed proposals including BoMs, assumptions, inclusions, and exclusions
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing
• Support bid reviews, internal approvals, and final negotiations
• Work with Operations to validate costs and identify risks/opportunities
• Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating processes and standards
• Ensure full compliance with internal processes and health & safety requirements

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• 5+ years' experience in BMS/HVAC estimating (senior-level candidates preferred)
• Strong technical understanding of building automation systems, ideally including Honeywell BMS/HVAC systems
• Proven ability to translate technical solutions into accurate cost models
• Advanced skills in Excel and proposal documentation
• Experience working on complex or large-scale projects
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Comfortable working cross-functionally and independently
• Experience with CPQ tools (Configure, Price, Quote)
• Exposure to energy solutions and cloud-based systems
• Background working in global or multi-cultural project environments
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Candidates must already hold the right to live and work in the UK. No sponsorships are available now, or in the future.

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply NOW!

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