Senior Electrical Estimator: Bid & Tender Leader

March; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + Car allowance

Healthcare & flexible benefits package

Pension scheme & wellbeing programs

Career development

Job summary

MARCH is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator in Burton upon Trent to drive high-quality bids and commercial success for critical engineering projects. You will act as the main client contact during the bid process and translate drawings into accurate estimates for review and submission.

The role requires a strong electrical background in Building Services (MEP), experience with estimating software, and the ability to read drawings and specs.

Qualifications

• Experience in building services (MEP) electrical estimating.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, schematics and specs.
• Proven negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Highly organised with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the main point of contact between MARCH and clients throughout the bid process
• Reviewing tender drawings and preparing accurate quantity take-offs
• Issuing enquiries to the supply chain and evaluating returned quotations
• Building detailed cost estimates using estimating software
• Supporting value engineering and innovative bid solutions
• Managing risk in line with commercial policy
• Preparing and presenting bids for internal approval and client submission
• Producing final tender documentation
• Supporting contract reviews, negotiations, and governance processes
• Managing contract terms, warranties, and obligations
• Contributing to commercial strategy and margin improvement

Skills

Electrical background (MEP)

Electrical estimating

Read electrical drawings

Containment and LV design

Communication & negotiation

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Full UK driving licence

Job description

MARCH is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator in Burton upon Trent to drive high-quality bids and commercial success for critical engineering projects. You will act as the main client contact during the bid process and translate drawings into accurate estimates for review and submission.

The role requires a strong electrical background in Building Services (MEP), experience with estimating software, and the ability to read drawings and specs.