Estimator

TSG UK Solutions Ltd; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

TSG UK Solutions Ltd is seeking an Estimator to play a crucial role in calculating costs for electrical projects. This role involves managing the entire estimating process from interpreting designs to preparing tender submissions. The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical background, excellent communication skills, and a keen commercial awareness, with opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Electrical estimating experience in a comparable industry.
• Ability to complete material and labour take-offs based on electrical design.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 quality management procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage the estimating process for electrical installations.
• Estimate project costs and assist in cost planning.
• Review tender specifications and conduct material take-offs.

Skills

Electrical qualification

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Organisational skills

Education

Minimum HNC/HND in Building Services

Tools

Amtech design software

Relux lighting design

Trimble Contract Master Estimation Software

Bluebeam Revu 21 Software

Job description

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In July 2024, TSG UK Solutions acquired Skerritt Electric Ltd., a well-established provider of electrical engineering solutions to the construction industries. This collaboration created a powerful alliance, enhancing service efficiency, technical precision, and project scalability, positioning both companies as leaders in delivering integrated, future-proof energy solutions to meet the rising demand for electrical and sustainable infrastructure across the UK.

About the Opportunity:

As an Estimator you will play a crucial role in accurately and efficiently determining the cost of electrical projects across a range of sectors, contributing directly to the development of competitive tender strategies and robust cost plans with a strong focus on ensuring profitable project acquisition.

What you'll do:

You will manage the end-to-end electrical estimating process, which encompasses the interpretation of electrical designs, precise material take-offs, thorough review of tender specifications, and adjudication of tenders; specifically:

• Estimating project costs for electrical installations ranging from £100,000 to £8 million across commercial, industrial, and residential sectors.
• Assist in the creation of cost plans for two-stage tendering processes.
• Interpret electrical designs to produce tender design drawings and conduct accurate material take-offs for Design & Build projects.
• Accurately input material take-off data.
• Review tender specifications and issue trade and specialist enquiries to obtain comprehensive quotations.
• Attend pre, mid, and post-tender interviews to clarify project requirements and present tender submissions.
• Adjudicate tenders, including prelims and labour rates, prior to final tender submission.
• Participate in internal project handover meetings, providing detailed descriptions of project inclusions and exclusions to design and construction teams.
• Identify and highlight potential value engineering opportunities to achieve cost savings.

About you: You are a highly motivated team player with a collaborative approach and previous electrical estimating experience in a comparable industry. The following key skills, competencies and attributes will set you up for success:

• Electrical qualification and/or experience and knowledge of electrical installations.
• Ability to complete material and labour take offs based on electrical design information and provide all relevant information in necessary format for business needs.
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with clients, suppliers, and colleagues.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project profitability.
• Robust design and engineering knowledge/ background relevant to electrical installations.
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail while working to strict deadlines.
• Understanding and ability to implement ISO 9001 quality management procedures.
• (Education) Minimum HNC/HND in Building Services required.
• (Desirable) Experience using Amtech design software and Relux lighting design
• (Desirable) Experience using Trimble Contract Master Estimation Software
• (Desirable) Experience using Bluebeam Revu 21 Software
• (Desirable) Demonstrable experience in estimating for solar systems.

Interested? Futureproof your Career! We support and encourage your professional development. This role provides a solid base for your career growth where you can progress to a Senior Estimator, Pre-Construction Manager or transition into design, commercial or surveying role opportunities.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; our commitment to DEI: As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and do not condone discrimination based on age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We recognise the value that a diverse and inclusive workforce brings to our business and customers, and we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to join us.