Electrical Estimator / Contracts Manager

Jackie Kerr Recruitment Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle & fuel card

Company pension scheme

33 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)

Company mobile phone

Industry training & development

PPE provided

Job summary

Jackie Kerr Recruitment Ltd in Swindon is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator / Contracts Manager to prepare tenders, secure contracts and support M&E project delivery across the South West. The role involves tender submissions, RFIs, subcontractor quotations, and liaising with clients on variations.

The ideal candidate has proven electrical estimator experience in commercial/industrial settings, strong drawing interpretation, and the ability to work independently to tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating for commercial/industrial sectors.
• Ability to read electrical & mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Experience pricing tenders and obtaining subcontractor quotations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review, prepare and submit electrical tenders, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Prepare and submit RFIs during tender process with clients and design teams.
• Obtain and assess quotations from subcontractors and specialist subcontractors.
• Identify long-lead items and include in tender pricing.
• Measure work elements and produce Bills of Quantities as required.
• Finalise tender submissions and attend pre-order meetings.
• Assist with securing contracts before handover to M&E Contracts Managers.
• Liaise with clients on variations and ensure accurate recording.

Skills

Electrical Estimator experience

Interpret drawings & specs

Tender pricing

Subcontractor quotations

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication & organisation

Full UK driving licence

CSCS (desirable)

DBS (desirable)

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Are you an experienced electrical professional with a strong background in estimating and a proven track record within commercial and industrial projects?

We’re looking for a skilled Electrical Estimator / Contracts Manager to join our established client in Swindon, where you’ll play a key role in preparing tenders, securing contracts and supporting the successful delivery of M&E projects across the South West.

Electrical Estimator / Contracts Manager Roles and Responsibilities:

• Review, prepare and submit electrical tenders, ensuring all deadlines are met
• Prepare and submit RFIs during the tender process, liaising with clients, consultants and design teams
• Obtain and assess quotations from subcontractors and specialist subcontractors
• Identify long-lead items and ensure these are considered within tender pricing
• Measure elements of work and produce itemised Bills of Quantities where required
• Finalise tender submissions and attend pre-order meetings
• Assist with securing contracts before handing over packages to the M&E Contracts Managers
• Liaise with clients regarding electrical project variations
• Ensure variations are accurately recorded and instructed where required
• Maintain accurate estimating records using company estimating software and Microsoft Office
• Work closely with the Mechanical Estimating team to produce combined M&E quotations

Electrical Estimator / Contracts Manager Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience working as an Electrical Estimator ideally within a commercial or industrial environment
• A strong understanding of electrical installations and project requirements
• The ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings and specifications
• Experience pricing tenders and obtaining subcontractor quotations
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work accurately to deadlines
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Good communication and organisational skills
• A full UK driving licence
• CSCS – desirable
• DBS – desirable, although this can be applied for

Electrical Estimator / Contracts Manager Working Hours and Benefits:

• 42.75 hours per week
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Company pension scheme
• 33 days' holiday, including 8 recognised Bank Holidays
• Company mobile phone
• Industry training and development opportunities
• PPE provided