Senior Electrical Estimator

First Recruitment Group; Burton CP; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Flexible benefits package

Healthcare

Company pension

Employee wellbeing support

Career development opportunities

Job summary

First Recruitment Group is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator for a permanent role in Burton upon Trent. You will lead the preparation and delivery of high-quality electrical tenders, working with commercial and technical teams to shape competitive solutions.

You will review drawings, produce cost estimates, manage enquiries and support value engineering to improve margins while maintaining strong client relationships throughout the bid process.

Qualifications

• Electrical background in Building Services/MEP.
• Previous electrical estimating experience or strong commercial awareness.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
• Ability to provide high-level design for containment and LV systems where required.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confidence working across multiple teams and engaging key stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and delivery of high-quality electrical tenders and bids.
• Review tender drawings and prepare accurate quantity take-offs.
• Issue enquiries to the supply chain and assess returned quotations.
• Build detailed cost estimates using estimating software.
• Support value engineering and bid optimisation activities.
• Identify and manage commercial risk throughout the estimating process.
• Prepare and present bids for internal approval and client submission.
• Produce final tender documentation.
• Support contract reviews, negotiations and governance processes.
• Manage contract terms, warranties and obligations.
• Contribute to commercial strategy and margin improvement initiatives.

Skills

Electrical background in Building-Eng/

Estimating experience

Read electrical drawings

Design for containment/LV systems

Communication & negotiation

Organisational skills

Stakeholder engagement

MS Word & Excel

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Take the lead on high-value electrical bids and help shape winning tender strategies in a growing engineering business.

Our Client has a requirement for a Senior Electrical Estimator, who will be required to work on a permanent basis in Burton upon Trent.

Role Purpose

• Lead the preparation and delivery of high-quality electrical tenders and bids.
• Work closely with commercial and technical teams to develop competitive and innovative solutions.
• Support business growth through accurate estimating and effective bid management.
• Identify opportunities for value engineering and commercial improvement.
• Manage client relationships throughout the tendering process.

Job Role Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact with clients throughout the bid process.
• Review tender drawings and prepare accurate quantity take-offs.
• Issue enquiries to the supply chain and assess returned quotations.
• Build detailed cost estimates using estimating software.
• Support value engineering and bid optimisation activities.
• Identify and manage commercial risk throughout the estimating process.
• Prepare and present bids for internal approval and client submission.
• Produce final tender documentation.
• Support contract reviews, negotiations and governance processes.
• Manage contract terms, warranties and obligations.
• Contribute to commercial strategy and margin improvement initiatives.

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications

• Electrical background within Building Services / MEP.
• Previous electrical estimating experience or strong commercial awareness.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics and specifications.
• Ability to provide high-level design for containment and LV systems where required.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confidence working across multiple teams and engaging key stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Very competitive, negotiable salary.
• Car allowance.
• Flexible benefits package and healthcare.
• Company pension scheme.
• Employee wellbeing support.
• Career development opportunities within a successful and growing business.

Company Information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Senior Electrical Estimator looking for new employment. As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.