Junior Electrical Estimator: Growth, Training & Tender Wins

CHS Group; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Group in Essex is seeking a Junior Electrical Estimator/Electrical Quantity Surveyor to support bids, analyse drawings and prepare estimates for electrical packages up to £1m. The role offers exposure to both office and on-site activities within a mid-sized family-owned business with strong contractor relationships.

You will shadow an experienced manager, learn procurement processes and contribute to value engineering and supplier coordination while developing your commercial knowledge in a

Qualifications

• Experience working for a Mechanical & Electrical sub-contractor.
• Experience using estimating software packages such as Trimble.
• Proficient using Excel.
• Analyse drawings, specifications and other documentation to prepare estimates.
• Prepare and submit prime cost estimates utilising Trimble Estimating Software.

Responsibilities

• Support the Estimating team with Electrical bids and tenders.
• Prepare and submit prime cost estimates utilising Enterprise Estimating Software.
• Liaise with internal and external engineers, consultants and subcontractors to construct estimates.
• Analyse drawings, specifications and other documentation to prepare estimates.
• Identify and provide alternative design proposals and value engineering options.
• Establish and maintain tendering processes and conduct negotiations.
• Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors.
• Support and encourage junior team members.
• Monitor targets and workflow.
• Control and organise tender documentation.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Bid management

Excel

Tools

Trimble Estimating Software

Enterprise Estimating Software

Job description

CHS Group in Essex is seeking a Junior Electrical Estimator/Electrical Quantity Surveyor to support bids, analyse drawings and prepare estimates for electrical packages up to £1m. The role offers exposure to both office and on-site activities within a mid-sized family-owned business with strong contractor relationships.

You will shadow an experienced manager, learn procurement processes and contribute to value engineering and supplier coordination while developing your commercial knowledge in a