Job Description:

Electrical Estimator

Overview

An established and growing building services contractor is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join its pre-construction team. This is a key role within the commercial function, responsible for producing accurate, competitive, and commercially viable electrical estimates across a wide range of projects within the commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, and residential sectors.

You will play a vital part in securing new work, supporting bid submissions, and helping to drive profitability through accurate cost planning and value engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate electrical estimates from drawings, specifications, and tender documentation
• Carry out take-offs and produce comprehensive cost breakdowns using estimating software
• Analyse project requirements to identify risks, opportunities, and scope gaps
• Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and subcontractors
• Liaise closely with suppliers, design teams, project managers, and commercial staff during tender stages
• Develop competitive tenders while maintaining target margins and commercial awareness
• Contribute to value engineering proposals to improve cost efficiency and buildability
• Support tender submissions, clarifications, and handover to delivery teams
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of material costs, labour rates, and market trends
• Attend site visits and pre/post-tender meetings where required

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as an Electrical Estimator within an M&E or building services contractor
• Strong understanding of electrical systems (e.g. containment, lighting, small power, LV distribution, fire alarms)
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications confidently
• Experience producing accurate take-offs and detailed cost plans
• Strong negotiation and communication skills with suppliers and internal teams
• Commercial awareness with a focus on profitability and risk management
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced tendering environment

Desirable

• HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or similar
• Experience working on design & build and/or refurbishment projects
• Knowledge of relevant regulations (e.g. BS7671)
• Previous experience within an M&E contractor environment

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Opportunity to work on diverse and technically interesting projects
• Career development within a growing commercial team
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Exposure to full pre-construction lifecycle from tender to delivery handover