Electrical Estimator

Henley Chase; Guildford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Henley Chase is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join our Guildford team. You will price a range of electrical projects, prepare accurate tenders and collaborate closely with clients, suppliers and the project team.

Based in Guildford, Surrey, the role offers a permanent position with opportunities to work on diverse electrical projects and advance within the company. A detailed understanding of drawings, specs and tender documentation is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as Electrical Estimator in construction or building services.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and specifications.
• Experience with take-offs, pricing and tender preparation.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with MS Office and estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates and quotations for electrical projects.
• Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Complete detailed take-offs and calculate labour, materials and plant costs.
• Obtain and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identify project requirements, risks and potential commercial opportunities.
• Prepare tender submissions within required deadlines.
• Ensure estimates are accurate, competitive and commercially viable.
• Assist with handovers from estimating to the delivery team.
• Maintain accurate records of tenders and pricing.
• Attend site visits and tender meetings where required.
• Build strong relationships with clients and suppliers.

Skills

Electrical Estimator

Tendering

Pricing

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Electrical qualification or industry background

Tools

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Job description

Electrical Estimator

Location: Guildford, Surrey
Salary: Competitive, DOE
Job Type: Permanent
Start: ASAP

An established electrical contractor is looking for an experienced Electrical Estimator to join their team in Guildford.

The successful candidate will be responsible for pricing a variety of electrical projects, producing accurate tenders and quotations, and working closely with clients, suppliers and the wider project team.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates and quotations for electrical projects.
• Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Complete detailed take-offs and calculate labour, materials and plant costs.
• Obtain and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identify project requirements, risks and potential commercial opportunities.
• Prepare tender submissions within required deadlines.
• Ensure estimates are accurate, competitive and commercially viable.
• Assist with handovers from estimating to the delivery team.
• Maintain accurate records of tenders and pricing.
• Attend site visits and tender meetings where required.
• Build strong relationships with clients and suppliers.

Requirements

• Previous experience as an Electrical Estimator within the construction or building services sector.
• Strong understanding of electrical installations and associated materials.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
• Experience with take-offs, pricing and tender preparation.
• Good commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines.
• Competent with Microsoft Office and estimating software.
• Relevant electrical qualification or industry background would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Permanent position based in Guildford, Surrey.
• Opportunity to work on a varied range of electrical projects.
• Long-term career development and progression.
• Supportive working environment.