Electrical Estimator

VanRath Search & Selection; Limavady; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance (AXA Health)

Life Assurance (3x salary)

Ongoing training and career devlopment

30 days annual leave

Job summary

VanRath Search & Selection are recruiting an Electrical Estimator in Limavady, Northern Ireland. The role focuses on preparing accurate cost estimates for modular electrical rooms and switchgear projects, working with engineering, procurement and project management teams to ensure competitive tenders.

You will review drawings, assemble detailed cost breakdowns, and support commercial decisions. The position offers excellent salary, flexible start/finish times, and 30 days annual leave with

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in electrical estimating.
• Experience estimating switchgear, modular solutions or similar electrical projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and installation processes.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates and technical quotations from client specifications.
• Review electrical drawings, schematics and technical documentation.
• Produce detailed cost breakdowns covering labour, materials, equipment and subcontractors.
• Monitor project scope changes and update estimates accordingly.
• Support bid reviews and provide commercial recommendations.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders throughout the tender process.

Skills

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organisational skills

Commercial awareness

Analytical skills

Job description

Electrical Estimator (KYELEST0607) Limavady, Northern Ireland

Salary: Package

Electrical Estimator

Limavady | Excellent Salary | Flexible Working Hours | Early Finish Every Friday

Are you an experienced Electrical Estimator looking to join a growing engineering business delivering innovative modular electrical solutions?

Due to continued expansion, we're recruiting for an Estimator to join a highly successful engineering team specialising in modular electrical rooms, switchgear and power distribution solutions. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering technically challenging projects while enjoying genuine career development and an excellent benefits package.

The Role

As an Estimator, you'll be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for modular electrical room and switchgear projects. Working closely with engineering, procurement and project management teams, you'll ensure tenders are commercially competitive while maintaining technical accuracy and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates and technical quotations from client specifications
• Review electrical drawings, schematics and technical documentation
• Produce detailed cost breakdowns covering labour, materials, equipment and subcontractors
• Work closely with Engineering, Procurement and Project Management teams
• Monitor project scope changes and update estimates accordingly
• Support bid reviews and provide commercial recommendations
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders throughout the tender process
• Keep up to date with industry standards and estimating best practice

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 5 years' experience in electrical estimating
• Experience estimating switchgear, modular solutions or similar electrical projects
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and installation processes
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and specifications
• Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office

What's On Offer?

• Excellent salary (dependent on experience)
• Flexible start and finish times
• Early finish every Friday
• 30 days annual leave
• Private Medical Insurance (AXA Health)
• Life Assurance (3x salary)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive, collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking engineering business with genuine long-term career prospects