Electrical Estimator - Data Centres & Critical Infra

Mech Electrics Limited; Bury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mech Electrics Limited is seeking an experienced Project Estimator to join our Critical Infrastructure team in Oldham/Manchester. The role focuses on estimating major electrical systems for data centres and critical environments, with involvement across technical, commercial and delivery strategy.

You will review drawings, prepare estimates for electrical and MEP packages, liaise with design, commercial and operations, and help deliver competitive tenders that can be executed on site.

Qualifications

• Previous Building Services estimating experience.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems with an appreciation of complete MEP installations.
• Experience estimating Data Centres, comms rooms, critical environments or technically demanding Building Services projects.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and communicate confidently with clients and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates for Electrical and wider MEP project packages.
• Review drawings, specifications and client tender information.
• Undertake detailed take-offs and build project estimates.
• Issue enquiries to suppliers and specialist subcontractors.
• Analyse subcontractor returns and ensure compliance with tender requirements.
• Attend site visits and engage directly with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identify commercial and technical risks and opportunities.
• Work with Design teams to develop value-engineered solutions.
• Consider programme, construction methodology and long-term equipment during estimating.
• Compile tender documentation through to final internal review and submission.

Skills

Electrical estimatings

MEP knowledge

Data centres experience

Client communication

Job description

Mech Electrics Limited is seeking an experienced Project Estimator to join our Critical Infrastructure team in Oldham/Manchester. The role focuses on estimating major electrical systems for data centres and critical environments, with involvement across technical, commercial and delivery strategy.

You will review drawings, prepare estimates for electrical and MEP packages, liaise with design, commercial and operations, and help deliver competitive tenders that can be executed on site.