Electrical Estimator

Recruitment Services UK; Bolton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mileage and expenses

CPD and training

Prestigious projects

Friendly working environment

Career progression

Social and charity events

Job summary

DL M&E Building Services Ltd, a leading mechanical and electrical contractor, is seeking an Electrical Estimator in Bolton to handle tenders from £100k to £15m. You will work closely with the Commercial Director, suppliers, clients and project teams to deliver competitive estimates for national commercial projects.

The role requires independent working, multi-tender management and a proactive approach to value engineering and cost planning.

Qualifications

• Experience as Electrical Estimator for design and build commercial projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical building services installations.
• Experience pricing commercial tenders and working with suppliers/subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate electrical estimates and tender submissions.
• Review drawings, specs and employer's requirements.
• Analyse supplier and subcontractor quotations; negotiate prices.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Commercial design and build

Tendering

Estimating software

Client liaison

Deadline management

Education

HNC Building Services Engineering

Electrical Engineering Degree

Job description

Electrical Estimator

Location: Bolton (BL5) | Salary: Negotiable (depending on experience)

About DL M&E Building Services

DL M&E Building Services Ltd is a leading mechanical and electrical contractor delivering high-quality commercial building services projects across the UK. We have built long-standing relationships with some of the country's largest organisations within the commercial, leisure and transport sectors.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an Electrical Estimator with experience in design and build commercial projects to join a busy and growing business. Reporting directly to the Commercial Director, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders on projects ranging from 100,000 to 15 million, working closely with suppliers, subcontractors, clients and our project delivery teams. The successful candidate will be able to work independently, manage multiple tenders simultaneously and contribute to the continued growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing accurate electrical estimates and tender submissions
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and employer's requirements
• Obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Negotiating supplier and subcontractor prices
• Attending site surveys, pre‑tender meetings and client meetings
• Identifying value‑engineering opportunities
• Liaising with project managers and the wider commercial team
• Maintaining estimating records and tender documentation
• Using estimating software to produce accurate cost plans and quotations

About You

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience as an Electrical Estimator within the building services sector
• Experience pricing commercial design and build projects
• Strong knowledge of electrical building services installations
• Experience using estimating software
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Good communication and organisational skills
• The ability to manage multiple tenders to tight deadlines

A HNC in Building Services Engineering, Electrical Engineering Degree, or similar qualification would be advantageous; however, candidates with strong industry experience will also be considered.

A full UK driving licence is desirable as occasional travel and overnight stays may be required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (negotiable depending on experience)
• Business mileage and expenses
• Ongoing training and Continuous Professional Development
• Opportunity to work on prestigious commercial projects throughout the UK
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Company social and charity events
• Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing business

Support will also be provided for candidates currently undertaking relevant building services qualifications.

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If you are looking to join a growing, forward‑thinking business where you can develop your career, we'd love to hear from you.