Electrical Estimating Engineer

Datalec UK; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,880 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

Datalec Precision Installations (DPI) in the UAE is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to prepare detailed cost estimates for electrical installations on data centre projects. You will review tender documentation, drawings, and employer requirements, produce take-offs from drawings and BIM models, and develop pricing strategies aligned with project needs.

You will obtain supplier and subcontractor quotations, identify value engineering opportunities, prepare pricing schedules and risk

Qualifications

• HNC/HND, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Relevant industry qualifications and professional memberships desirable.
• Proven experience in electrical estimating within the construction or MEP sector.
• Experience pricing large-scale data centre projects or mission-critical facilities.
• Strong understanding of electrical building services systems.
• Experience with design-and-build projects.
• Knowledge of UAE local Authority Regulations and Standards.
• Knowledge of data centre standards and resilience requirements.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
• Strong commercial awareness and cost analysis skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Bluebeam and estimating software.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for electrical installations on data centre projects.
• Review tender documentation, specifications, drawings, and employer requirements.
• Produce take-offs and quantity assessments from drawings and BIM models.
• Develop pricing strategies and tender submissions aligned with project requirements.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and alternative technical solutions.
• Prepare tender clarifications, exclusions, assumptions, and risk assessments.
• Support bid presentations and client meetings.
• Assess electrical infrastructure including HV/LV distribution, UPS, generators, switchgear and transformers, busbar and cabling, power monitoring, lighting, earthing, fire life safety, security and ICT infrastructure.

Skills

Electrical estimation

Cost analysis

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical/Building Services Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Estimating software

Job description

Datalec Precision Installations (DPI) is a leading provider of data centre design, supply, build, and managed services. We are committed to delivering seamless and integrated solutions for data centre operators worldwide. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of service and excellence in every project we undertake.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for electrical installations on data centre projects.
• Review tender documentation, specifications, drawings, and employer requirements.
• Produce take-offs and quantity assessments from drawings and BIM models.
• Develop pricing strategies and tender submissions aligned with project requirements.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and alternative technical solutions.
• Prepare tender clarifications, exclusions, assumptions, and risk assessments.
• Support bid presentations and client meetings.
• Technical Responsibilities: Assess electrical infrastructure including:
  • HV/LV distribution systems
  • UPS systems
  • Generators and standby power
  • Switchgear and transformers
  • Busbar and submain cabling systems
  • Power monitoring systems
  • Lighting and emergency lighting
  • Earthing and lightning protection
  • Fire alarm and life safety systems
  • Security and ICT infrastructure
• Review project designs for accuracy, completeness, and buildability.
• Identify technical risks and opportunities throughout the tender process.
• Prepare comprehensive pricing schedules and cost plans.
• Analyse project costs against budgets and benchmarks.
• Assist in cost planning and budgeting during project development stages.
• Maintain estimating databases and historical cost information.
• Ensure tender submissions are commercially robust and competitive.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Work collaboratively with design, commercial, and project delivery teams.
• Attend tender review meetings and project handovers.
• Build strong relationships with key supply chain partners.
• Represent the business, upholding our core values and behaviours with all internal and external customers, clients and third parties.
• Maintain business and client confidentiality, adhering to applicable Data Protection regulations and Information Security Standards in line with company and group policies and procedures.

Essential Skills and Experience

• HNC/HND, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering.
• Relevant industry qualifications and professional memberships desirable.
• Proven experience in electrical estimating within the construction or MEP sector.
• Experience pricing large-scale data centre projects or mission-critical facilities.
• Strong understanding of electrical building services systems.
• Experience with design-and-build projects.
• Knowledge of UAE local Authority Regulations and Standards.
• Knowledge of data centre standards and resilience requirements.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
• Strong commercial awareness and cost analysis skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Bluebeam and estimating software.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.