Electrical Estimator - Design and Build in Birmingham, West Midlands

Energy Jobline CVL; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy job board in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to prepare accurate estimates for electrical systems, support design teams, and liaise with clients and suppliers. The ideal candidate has proven experience in a design and build environment, strong technical skills, and relevant qualifications in electrical engineering. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to work on varied projects

Supportive team environment

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrical Estimator in a design and build environment.
• Strong technical understanding of electrical systems and current regulations.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and client briefs to produce detailed cost estimates.
• Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations.
• Assisting project teams with budget tracking and cost control.

Skills

Technical understanding of electrical systems

Ability to interpret drawings and specifications

Proficiency in estimation software

Excellent communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Education

Relevant qualifications in electrical engineering or building services

Tools

Amtech

Trimble

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Your new role

As an Electrical Estimator, you’ll play a key role in the tendering and design development process. You'll be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for electrical systems, collaborating with design and project teams to ensure proposals are technically sound and commercially viable. This role offers the chance to influence projects from early concept through to delivery.

Key duties include

• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and client briefs to produce detailed cost estimates.
• Supporting the design process with cost‑effective input and value engineering.
• Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations.
• Presenting proposals to clients and supporting bid submissions.
• Assisting project teams with budget tracking and cost control.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Proven experience as an Electrical Estimator in a design and build environment.
• Strong technical understanding of electrical systems and current regulations.
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications accurately.
• Proficiency in estimation software (e.g., Amtech, Trimble, or similar).
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Relevant qualifications in electrical engineering or building services.

What you’ll get in return

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on varied and high‑profile projects.
• Supportive team environment with a focus on professional development.
• Career progression within a growing business.

What you need to do now

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