Senior Asset Verification Estimator (HVAC-SFG20)

Claire Plais - Domitille Vielle; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An international inspection company is looking for a Senior Estimator to support their Asset Verification Business. In this role, you will prepare accurate and competitive estimates for HVAC-SFG20 clients across the UK and Europe. The position requires strong HVAC estimating experience, a deep understanding of SFG20 standards, and excellent communication skills. You will be responsible for conducting site surveys, preparing tender documentation, and maintaining knowledge of HVAC technologies. This role involves travel and offers a range of attractive benefits including a company car and flexible benefits.

Benefits

Company Car or Car Allowance

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Pension contributions up to 12%

Flexible benefits scheme

Health and Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HVAC estimating within a Facilities Management or Building Services environment.
• Strong understanding and practical application of SFG20 standards.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and technical assessments to gather data for accurate estimating.
• Prepare and present tender documentation, including cost breakdowns.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of HVAC technologies and SFG20 updates.

Skills

HVAC estimating

SFG20 standards

Technical drawing interpretation

Estimating software proficiency

Stakeholder engagement skills

Education

Relevant qualifications in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you an experienced HVAC estimator with solid SFG20 knowledge and the ability to deliver accurate, compliant pricing across multiple client sites? If yes, we want to speak with you!

About the role

As a Senior Estimator, you will play a critical face‑to‑face client role in supporting our Asset Verification Business here in the UK&I and across Europe where required, by preparing accurate and competitive estimates for our Facilities (FM) HVAC‑SFG20 clients. This will be a fully client‑engaged role and will involve working across multiple client sites. You will ensure all estimates are aligned with HVAC‑SFG20 standards and tailored to client‑specific requirements. This role will require travel to various clients’ sites across the UK&I and occasional European trips to conduct surveys and asset assessments. Base Line Security Clearances will be required.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and technical assessments to gather data for accurate estimating. Work with our customers, key internal stakeholders to provide them with accurate pricing models. Drive the Asset Verification Business forwards by supporting and growing our works streams by looking for new opportunities across our portfolios of new and existing clients.
• Interpret and extract data from HVAC documentation, specifications, and asset registers to develop detailed cost estimates for using multiple Bureau Veritas Business units and service lines.
• Apply SFG20 Asset maintenance standards to create compliant PPM pricing schedules and cost models for ourselves and our clients.
• Work to drive cleanse data with the Asset Integrity Surveyors teams to support our customers’ project requirements. Work with the Surveyors Using our Own ASSET CALC Asset Collection software.
• Utilise as many Internal BU departments as possible to provide multi‑service line proposals to our clients to increase our customer presence.
• Collaborate with FM operations, engineering, and commercial teams to align estimates with delivery capabilities. (Both Internal and External stakeholders)
• Liaise with Asset Team Stakeholders and Non‑Exclusive to obtain competitive pricing and technical input.
• Prepare and present tender documentation, including cost breakdowns (AD‑50), risk and value engineer options.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of HVAC technologies, SFG20 updates, and market trends.
• Support bid submissions and client presentations as required.

Experience & Skills Required

• Proven experience in HVAC estimating within a Facilities Management or Building Services environment.
• Strong understanding and practical application of SFG20 standards.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and maintenance schedules.
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide.
• Relevant qualifications in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or equivalent (HNC/HND/Degree preferred).

What’s in it for you?

• Company Car or Car Allowance of £4,250.
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays with the option to buy or sell 5 holidays, plus an option to carry over 5 days.
• Combined employee/employer pension contributions of up to 12%.
• Flexible benefits scheme, to suit what is important to you including Life Cover, Private health care, Dental Care, GymFlex, Techscheme, Enhanced Maternity/Paternity policy, Give as You Earn scheme & Travel Insurance.
• Health and Wellbeing Support through Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance programme & Smart Health services.
• Working for an Industry‑leading global Inspection company.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do, which is why we have worked hard to create a supportive and engaging culture, where individuals are given the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.

At Bureau Veritas you can benefit from a busy and varied client‑facing environment, working with market leaders across a wide range of sectors including but not limited to:

Food manufacturing, Chemical manufacturing, Banking, Retail, Logistics, Power and Utilities including Nuclear, Automotive, Public Sector, Mobile Plant, Emergency Services, Transport and Construction.

We pride ourselves on our partnership approach, which means you will be encouraged to develop strong client relationships – combining technical expertise with service excellence to exceed your clients’ expectations.