Electrical Estimator

The Labour Group; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Labour Group is seeking an Electrical Estimator for our Essex office, offering hybrid working. You will prepare detailed estimates for commercial and super-prime residential projects up to £15m M&E.

This role requires 3+ years’ experience, relevant electrical qualifications, and the ability to manage multiple tenders with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Essential electrical qualification.
• 3+ years' experience as Electrical Estimator.
• Experience tendering £1m+ electrical packages.
• Experience in high-end/super-prime residential is advantageous.
• Experience using electrical estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical estimates and tenders for projects £1m–£15m.
• Review drawings, specs and bills of quantities.
• Produce material, labour, and subcontractor cost estimates.
• Obtain quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and risks.
• Prepare tender adjudications for senior management.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with pre-construction, design, commercial and operations teams.
• Manage multiple tenders and meet deadlines.
• Assist handovers to project delivery team.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Tendering skills

Commercial awareness

Multi-tender management

Education

Electrical qualification

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Electrical Estimator - Commercial & Super-Prime Residential

Location: Essex | Hybrid Working
Salary: £55,000-£70,000 + Package (DOE)

We are currently working with a well-established M&E contractor specialising in the delivery of commercial and super-prime residential projects, with M&E values of up to £15m.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of upcoming projects, they are looking to appoint an experienced Electrical Estimator to join their pre-construction team based from their Essex office, with the opportunity for hybrid working.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing contractor delivering technically challenging, high-specification projects across London and the South East.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed electrical estimates and tender submissions for projects valued from £1m through to £15m M&E.
• Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, specifications and bills of quantities.
• Producing accurate material, labour and subcontractor cost estimates.
• Obtaining and analysing quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identifying value engineering opportunities and potential commercial risks.
• Preparing tender adjudications and presenting submissions to senior management.
• Liaising with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process.
• Working closely with the pre-construction, design, commercial and operational teams.
• Managing multiple tenders while ensuring deadlines are achieved.
• Assisting with handovers to the project delivery team following successful tenders.

Candidate Requirements

• Relevant electrical qualification essential.
• Preferably 3+ years' experience as an Electrical Estimator within an M&E or electrical contractor.
• Proven experience tendering electrical packages/projects valued at £1m+.
• Experience within high-end/super-prime residential would be highly advantageous.
• Commercial project experience would also be beneficial.
• Experience using relevant electrical estimating/tendering software.
• Strong understanding of electrical building services and current market rates.
• Good commercial awareness with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tenders simultaneously.

Package

£55,000-£70,000 + Package (DOE)