Estimator

Driver Hire Borders; Castleford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical contracting company based in West Yorkshire is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their team. The role entails preparing competitive estimates for projects in the water and renewable energy sectors, which range from £50k to £1m. The ideal candidate will have electrical estimating experience in the utility sector and strong commercial awareness. This permanent position offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to exciting new projects.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Electrical Estimator in the utility sector preferable.
• Attention to detail and commercial awareness are crucial.
• Understanding of contract documents and technical drawings is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare competitive and accurate estimates and tender submissions.
• Manage supplier and subcontractor pricing.
• Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings as necessary.

Skills

Electrical Estimator experience

Commercial awareness

Strong communication skills

Numerical and analytical skills

Education

Relevant electrical qualifications or equivalent certification

Tools

Estimating software (Trimble, Amtech)

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator to join a highly respected and well-established Electrical Contractor based in West Yorkshire. The company is renowned for delivering high-quality projects in the water and renewable energy sectors, with project values typically ranging from £50k to £1m.

This is a permanent position offering the chance to play a crucial role in securing exciting new projects within a thriving business.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare competitive and accurate estimates and tender submissions

Analyse specifications and drawings to assess project requirements

Manage supplier and subcontractor pricing, seeking value engineering opportunities

Collaborate with pre-construction, design and project teams to support tenders and proposals

Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings as required

Plan ahead to meet all tender deadlines.

Requirements:

Experience as an Electrical Estimator in the utility sector preferable

Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail

Strong communication, both verbal and written, able to work closely with clients, engineers and suppliers

An understanding of contract documents, technical drawings and specifications

Relevant electrical qualifications or equivalent industry certification

Proficient in estimating software, Trimble (Amtech) and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word and Outlook)

Excellent numerical and analytical skills

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