Estimator

JR United Kingdom; Huntingdonshire; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established electrical services company in Huntingdon is seeking an ambitious Electrical Estimator to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex bids and progress into management over time. Candidates should have a minimum of three years of estimating experience and knowledge of IEE Wiring Regulations. The company provides private medical insurance and other standard benefits.

Benefits

Private medical insurance (after 12 months' service)

Other standard company benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years' estimating experience in the electrical industry.
• Knowledge of current IEE Wiring Regulations and relevant British Standards.
• Demonstrable experience in estimating projects up to £5 million.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze incoming enquiries, defining project scope.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates for electrical projects ranging from £250k to £5 million.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors for compliant quotations.
• Develop detailed proposals highlighting risks and qualifications.
• Attend meetings to support the estimating process.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Ability to work under pressure

Collaborative approach

Education

Minimum of three years' estimating experience in the electrical industry

Knowledge of current IEE Wiring Regulations

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Job Title: Estimator – Electrical Bias
Location: Huntingdon
Salary: Up to £70,000, dependent on experience + benefits
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview
On behalf of a key client, we are recruiting an ambitious Electrical Estimator to join their established team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a hands-on estimating role with clear progression into management over time.

The role will suit an experienced estimator ready to take ownership of complex bids, or a motivated professional with strong estimating skills who is looking to grow into a leadership position.

The Role
The successful candidate will:

Review and analyse incoming enquiries, defining project scope and identifying specialist subcontract requirements.

Prepare accurate cost estimates for electrical projects ranging from £250k to £5 million in value.

Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain compliant quotations that meet client specifications.

Develop detailed proposals and presentations, highlighting any risks, exclusions, and qualifications.

Coordinate with internal teams and subcontractors to manage elements not completed in-house.

Attend internal and client meetings to support the estimating process and project handover.

Maintain up-to-date estimate logs and ensure accurate project records.

Support the team in achieving compliance with health & safety, environmental, quality, and information security standards.

Skills & Attributes Required

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Strong communication, organisation, and presentation skills.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

A collaborative, proactive approach with ambition to progress into team leadership.

Full UK driving licence (restrictions apply for certain offence codes).

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum of three years' estimating experience in the electrical industry.

Knowledge of current IEE Wiring Regulations and relevant British Standards.

Demonstrable experience in estimating projects up to £5 million.

Working Arrangements
The role is ideally office-based to work closely with the estimating team, with some scope for agile working arrangements.

Private medical insurance (after 12 months' service)

Other standard company benefits

How to Apply
If you have the required experience and the ambition to grow into a management role, please apply with your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the position. Secondly, If you wish to have a confidential discussion with Harry Severn please dont hesitiate in getting in touch.
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