Electrical Estimator

Elite Hire Solutions; Derby; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £70,000

Car allowance

Annual bonus

Private healthcare

Death-in-service benefit

Company pension

Holiday entitlement

Additional employee benefits

Office-based role

Job summary

Elite Hire Solutions in Derby is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to prepare competitive tenders for multi-million-pound commercial projects. You will work with the commercial and project teams to support delivery and profitability.

The role requires at least 5 years in electrical estimating within M&E, with a strong grasp of electrical packages, drawings, specs and tender documentation. Office-based, steady career prospects and benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in electrical estimating within M&E or building services.
• Experience estimating commercial projects valued in the multi-millions.
• Strong understanding of electrical building services installations and costs.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender docs.
• Excellent commercial awareness, attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical estimates and tender submissions for large-scale commercial projects.
• Estimate electrical packages on multi-million-pound projects.
• Analyse drawings, specifications, tender documentation and project requirements.
• Obtain and review subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Produce accurate cost breakdowns, take-offs and bills of quantities.
• Identify commercial risks, opportunities and potential cost savings.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams.
• Ensure tenders are submitted accurately and within deadlines.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Tendering

Cost breakdowns

Drawings interpretation

Subcontractor quotations

Job description

Electrical Estimator - M&E Contractor

Location: Derby

Salary: Up to £70,000 + Package

Working Hours: Office-based

Are you an experienced Electrical Estimator looking for your next challenge with an established M&E contractor offering an excellent salary, benefits package and long‑term career opportunities?

My client is a well-established M&E contractor based in Derby, and they are looking to recruit an experienced Electrical Estimator to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on multi‑million‑pound commercial projects within a supportive and professional environment.

The Role

As Electrical Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive electrical tenders across a range of large‑scale commercial projects, working closely with the wider commercial and project teams to support successful project delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing detailed electrical estimates and tender submissions for large‑scale commercial projects.
• Estimating electrical packages on multi‑million‑pound projects.
• Analysing drawings, specifications, tender documentation and project requirements.
• Obtaining and reviewing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Producing accurate cost breakdowns, take‑offs and bills of quantities.
• Identifying commercial risks, opportunities and potential cost savings.
• Liaising with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams.
• Ensuring tenders are submitted accurately and within agreed deadlines.

About You

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in electrical estimating within the M&E or building services sector.
• Proven experience estimating commercial projects valued in the multi‑millions.
• A strong understanding of electrical building services installations and associated costs.
• The ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Excellent commercial awareness, attention to detail and organisational skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of up to £70,000, depending on experience.
• Car allowance.
• Annual bonus.
• Private healthcare.
• Death-in-service benefit.
• Company pension scheme.
• Standard annual holiday entitlement.
• Excellent additional employee benefits.
• A stable, office‑based role with an established M&E contractor.
• The opportunity to work on prestigious, multi‑million‑pound commercial projects.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence