Electrical Estimator

Building Careers UK; Chester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown company in the electrical contracting sector is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join the team and work across commercial and industrial projects.

You will review tender documents, prepare detailed estimates, liaise with clients and suppliers, and manage multiple tenders to meet deadlines, with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical estimating experience.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Experience with relevant estimating software and Microsoft Office.
• Proactive and organised approach to your work.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documentation, drawings and specifications.
• Preparing detailed and accurate electrical estimates.
• Obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Producing competitive tender submissions.
• Identifying project costs, risks and commercial opportunities.
• Liaising with clients, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process.
• Supporting the commercial and project teams.
• Managing multiple tenders and ensuring deadlines are met.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Multi-project management

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are currently working with a well-established and growing electrical contractor who is looking to appoint an experienced Electrical Estimator to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Estimator to join a successful business, working across a varied portfolio of commercial and industrial projects.

The Role

As an Electrical Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates and tenders, working closely with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and the wider project team.

• Reviewing tender documentation, drawings and specifications
• Preparing detailed and accurate electrical estimates
• Obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Producing competitive tender submissions
• Identifying project costs, risks and commercial opportunities
• Liaising with clients, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process
• Supporting the commercial and project teams
• Managing multiple tenders and ensuring deadlines are met

About You

The successful candidate will have previous experience in an Electrical Estimator role, ideally within the commercial, industrial or construction sector.

• Strong electrical estimating experience
• The ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong commercial awareness
• Good communication and negotiation skills
• The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Experience with relevant estimating software and Microsoft Office
• A proactive and organised approach to your work

The Opportunity

Our client is a reputable and growing electrical contractor with an excellent pipeline of work. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced estimator to join the business at an exciting time and play an important role in its continued growth.

A competitive salary and benefits package is available, with excellent opportunities for career development and progression.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.