Electrical Estimator

About the role

We are a rapidly growing company that prides itself on delivering excellence through service. Our success is built on long-term working relationships with our customers, employees, and suppliers. As an Electrical Estimator, you will play a crucial role in helping us achieve this by producing accurate and competitive cost estimates for a variety of electrical and M&E projects.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate and fully itemised cost estimates for electrical and M&E projects across a range of sectors, ensuring all labour, materials, plant, and subcontractor costs are captured.
• Thoroughly review tender drawings, specifications, schedules, and employer’s requirements to identify scope, risks, and opportunities, ensuring all estimates are compliant and commercially sound.
• Sources, evaluates, and negotiates quotations from suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring best value while maintaining quality and compliance with project specifications.
• Liaises confidently and professionally with clients, consultants, and subcontractors to clarify technical requirements, resolve queries, and support the tender process.
• Prepares complete and well-presented tender submissions, including pricing documents, clarifications, value engineering options, and supporting information as required.
• Works closely with the wider estimating, design, and project delivery teams to ensure a smooth transition from tender stage through to project award and handover.
• Manages multiple tenders concurrently, prioritizing workload effectively to meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Maintains organised estimating records, cost databases, and supplier information to support ongoing and future tender opportunities.

Requirements

• HNC / HND in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline (desirable but not essential).
• Previous experience in electrical estimating or a related role within M&E is preferred.
• A sound understanding of electrical systems, installations, and building services, with the ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and tender documentation accurately.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to liaise professionally with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors throughout the tender process.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills and commercial awareness, with the ability to assess quotations and secure best value for the business.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, with experience using spreadsheets for cost analysis and pricing. Experience with estimating software would be an advantage.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously, prioritize workload effectively, and work to tight deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all aspects of estimating and documentation.
• A positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn, develop new skills, and progress within a growing company.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team in a busy office environment.

What you will get in return...

• Competitive Salary up to £45,000.00 per year.
• Long Service Awards.
• Enhanced Annual Leave & Additional Leave.
• Birthday off on us.
• Paid Volunteer Leave.
• Referral Scheme.
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Free Eye Test.
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Training and Continuous Professional Development.
• Opportunities to Progress within the Company.

Job Type

• Full-time
• Permanent

Pay

Up to £45,000.00 per year

Schedule

Day shift
Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification

Driving Licence (preferred)