Electrical Estimator in Dumbarton

Energy Jobline ZR; Dumbarton; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Ongoing training and professional dev

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in Scotland is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join the pre-construction team. The role involves preparing detailed cost estimates for a range of building services projects across Scotland, collaborating with clients, consultants and suppliers to secure profitable new work.

You will review drawings, carry out take-offs, and build accurate cost plans while staying aware of market conditions and pricing trends. Competitive salary and excellent benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrical Estimator within the Building Services sector.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical building services installations.
• Experience pricing projects across commercial, healthcare, education, industrial or public sector environments.
• Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and contract documentation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A recognised Electrical Engineering, Building Services or related qualification.
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience pricing projects ranging from £500k to £20m+ would be advantageous.
• Candidates with experience in data centres, renewable energy, defence, healthcare or mission‑critical environments are particularly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical estimates and competitive tender submissions.
• Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Carry out take-offs and produce accurate cost plans.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and alternative solutions.
• Assess project risks, opportunities and commercial viability.
• Support bid submissions and tender presentations.
• Liaise with project delivery teams during project handover.
• Maintain awareness of market conditions, labour costs and material pricing.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Costing

Tender submissions

Stakeholder management

Reading drawings

Education

Electrical Engineering qualification

Building Services qualification

Tools

Estimating software

MS Office

Job description

Job DescriptionElectrical EstimatorScotland | £55,000 - £80,000 + Excellent BenefitsYour new company

Due to a significant increase in secured workload across major defence, infrastructure and commercial projects, our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join their pre-construction team. This well-established M&E contractor has developed an outstanding reputation for delivering complex building services projects throughout Scotland. With a strong pipeline of secured projects across commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, defence and public sector environments, they are continuing to invest in their pre-construction function and are looking to appoint a talented Electrical Estimator to support future growth.

Your new role

As Electrical Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for a range of building services projects across Scotland. Working closely with clients, consultants, suppliers and operational teams, you will play a key role in securing profitable new business and ensuring successful project delivery from the outset.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing detailed electrical estimates and competitive tender submissions.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Carrying out take-offs and producing accurate cost plans.
• Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Identifying value engineering opportunities and alternative solutions.
• Assessing project risks, opportunities and commercial viability.
• Supporting bid submissions and tender presentations.
• Liaising with project delivery teams during project handover.
• Maintaining awareness of market conditions, labour costs and material pricing.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.

To be considered for this role, you will have:

• Proven experience as an Electrical Estimator within the Building Services sector.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical building services installations.
• Experience pricing projects across commercial, healthcare, education, industrial or public sector environments.
• Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and contract documentation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A recognised Electrical Engineering, Building Services or related qualification.
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience pricing projects ranging from £500k to £20m+ would be advantageous.
• Candidates with experience in data centres, renewable energy, defence, healthcare or mission‑critical environments are particularly encouraged to apply.

What you’ll get in return

• Competitive salary of £55,000 - £80,000
• Private healthcare.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression.
• Exposure to some of Scotland’s most technically challenging building services projects.

Why apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Scotland's most respected M&E contractors during an exciting period of growth. You'll become part of a highly successful pre-construction team, working on landmark projects while benefiting from genuine long‑term career development opportunities.