Electrical Estimator

TP&N Electrical Contractors; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TP&N Electrical Contractors in London is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to prepare and manage estimates and tenders for a range of electrical projects. You will conduct material take-offs, labour calculations, and cost summaries while reviewing drawings and specifications to ensure competitive bids.

Collaborating with project managers and engineers, you will refine budgets, support value engineering, and monitor costs against estimates throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical estimating, tender preparation, and bid documentation.
• Familiarity with cost controls, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Background in electrical contracting and site operations.
• Strong reading of drawings and technical specifications.
• Proficiency in estimating software and MS Excel.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder skills.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple bids.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates and tenders for electrical projects.
• Review drawings and specifications to derive quantities.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier/subcontractor quotations.
• Prepare detailed bid documentation and cost summaries.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers on budgets.
• Monitor costs vs estimates throughout project lifecycle.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Cost control

Reading drawings

Communication & negotiation

Attention to detail

Bid management

Education

Electrical Engineering or Quantity Surveying degree

Certifications (advantage)

Tools

Estimating software

MS Excel

Job description

Company Description

TP&N Electrical Contractors is a London-based electrical services provider delivering installation, maintenance, and project support across commercial, industrial, and residential environments. The company focuses on safe, compliant, and cost-effective electrical solutions tailored to client requirements. TP&N Electrical Contractors is committed to high-quality workmanship, reliable service, and strong long-term client relationships. Team members collaborate closely on projects of varying sizes, offering opportunities to work on diverse electrical systems and gain broad industry experience.

Role Description

The Electrical Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate estimates and tenders for electrical projects, including material take-offs, labour calculations, and cost summaries. Day-to-day tasks include reviewing drawings and specifications, analyzing project requirements, obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations, and preparing detailed bid documentation. The role also involves collaborating with project managers and engineers to refine budgets, support value engineering, and monitor costs against estimates throughout the project lifecycle. This is a full-time, on-site role based in London, working closely with the contracting team to support timely and competitive bids while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Qualifications

• Strong Electrical Estimating skills, including project take-offs, pricing, and tender preparation.
• Knowledge of Cost Control practices, budget monitoring, and financial reporting for electrical projects.
• Experience in Electrical Contracting environments and familiarity with site operations and installation processes.
• Solid understanding of Electricity principles and Electrical Engineering fundamentals relevant to building services and systems.
• Proficiency with estimating software, MS Excel, and reading technical drawings and specifications.
• Effective communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• High attention to detail, analytical mindset, and ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines.
• Relevant vocational qualification or degree in Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field; professional certifications are an advantage.
• Previous experience as an Electrical Estimator or in a similar role within the construction or building services sector.