Electrical Estimator – Temporary Site Services

Laing O'Rourke; Dartford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is looking for an Electrical Estimator to join its Dartford team, supporting major construction projects. The role involves developing accurate cost estimates, preparing tender submissions, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure competitive bidding. This position offers the potential for mentorship and growth within a reputable construction firm.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Mentorship and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical estimating within the construction industry.
• Solid understanding of electrical and mechanical site systems.
• Apprenticeship-trained in Electrical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates for electrical and mechanical site services.
• Prepare comprehensive tender submissions.
• Liaise with teams to gather pricing and mitigate risk.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Communication

Collaboration

Microsoft Excel

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical discipline

BTEC HNC or equivalent

Tools

TRIMBLE Prodesign

Job description

Electrical Estimator – Temporary Site Services

Location: Dartford (with ad-hoc national travel)
Division: Select (Part of Laing O'Rourke)
Specialism: Temporary Electrical & Mechanical Site Services
Full-Time, Permanent
www.selectplanthire.com/services

Select, part of Laing O'Rourke, is one of the UK's largest and most capable suppliers of equipment and services to the construction industry. We provide innovative, integrated site-wide services across major projects — and now we're looking for a skilled Technical Estimator with an electrical bias to join our Estimating team in Dartford.

About the Role:

You'll be a key member of a small, experienced Estimating team, supporting both internal clients (Laing O'Rourke, CHT, Expanded – 80% of workload) and helping grow our external client base through competitive tenders with principal contractors. For external projects, you'll develop full schematics, perform cable calculations, and provide detailed, accurate quote breakdowns.

Our project scopes span temporary electrical and mechanical services — from 110V low-voltage systems through to high-voltage infrastructure, valued between £500k and £5m+.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed cost estimates and design scopes for temporary site services (electrical and mechanical).

• Prepare comprehensive tender submissions with clear estimating assumptions and supporting strategy.

• Liaise with internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to gather pricing and mitigate risk.

• Maintain all estimate files, tender registers, and handover documentation.

• Support project delivery teams post-tender with clarifications and estimating insight.

• Engage with operational and bid teams to develop accurate, timely, and winning proposals.

What You'll Bring:

• Proven experience in electrical estimating within the construction or temporary works environment.

• Solid understanding of mechanical and electrical temporary site systems (e.g. plant, cabling, large-scale distribution).

• A first-principles approach to estimating, with a focus on practicality, value, and accuracy.

• Confidence using Microsoft Excel (essential); familiarity with TRIMBLE Prodesign is a plus.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Willingness to travel nationally on an ad-hoc basis. Full UK driving licence required.

• Apprenticeship-trained with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical discipline.

• BTEC HNC or equivalent desirable.

Why Join Select?

• Be part of a forward-thinking division within Laing O'Rourke.

• Influence exciting infrastructure and construction projects across the UK.

• Join a highly experienced team with mentorship and growth opportunities.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we are committed to supporting candidates with long-term health conditions or disabilities. If you meet the essential criteria for the role, we will offer you an interview under our ‘Offer an Interview' scheme. Please inform us of any adjustments you may require during the recruitment process or in the workplace.

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