Electrical Estimator - Tender Lead for M&E Projects

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Hebburn; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL Group is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to support a leading M&E contractor with diverse building services projects across commercial, industrial, healthcare, education and public sectors in the UK.

You will interpret specifications, undertake take-offs, prepare detailed tender submissions and collaborate with clients, suppliers and internal teams to secure profitable bids on projects from small works to large-scale contracts.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Electrical Estimator in an M&E contractor or building services environment.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Experience preparing estimates for commercial, industrial or public-sector construction projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple tender submissions and work to strict deadlines.
• HNC/HND or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or Building Services.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and detailed electrical cost estimates and tender submissions for M&E building services projects.
• Review tender documentation, specifications, drawings and employer's requirements to establish project scope and pricing strategy.
• Undertake detailed take-offs and measurements from drawings and schedules.
• Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and specialist subcontractors.
• Attend site surveys, pre-tender meetings and client visits where required.
• Evaluate project risks, opportunities and value engineering options during the tender stage.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, project managers and internal departments throughout the bid process.
• Ensure all estimates are commercially competitive whilst maintaining profitability.
• Assist with budgets, cost plans and variation quotations.
• Support the project delivery team through handover of successful tenders.
• Maintain accurate estimating records and provide reporting information as required.
• Monitor market trends, material pricing and supply chain performance to ensure competitive tendering.

Skills

Electrical Estimator

M&E contractor experience

Electrical installations

Drawings & specs

Tender submissions

Excel

Stakeholder management

Deadlines

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical/Building Services

Tools

Estimating software

MS Office / Excel

Job description

NRL Group is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to support a leading M&E contractor with diverse building services projects across commercial, industrial, healthcare, education and public sectors in the UK.

You will interpret specifications, undertake take-offs, prepare detailed tender submissions and collaborate with clients, suppliers and internal teams to secure profitable bids on projects from small works to large-scale contracts.