Senior Electrical Estimator – Data Centre & Manufacturing

Ses; Sunderland; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Flexible working

Car allowance

Travel to sites

Private medical

Job summary

SES Engineering Services in Sunderland is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to lead the estimating function for high-profile Data Centre and Advanced Manufacturing projects. You will price electrical systems, manage bids, and coordinate with design, commercial, and delivery teams to ensure accurate, competitive tenders.

The role requires interpreting specifications, driving cost breakdowns, and ensuring estimates reflect redundancy, scalability, and energy efficiency typical of critical

Qualifications

• Experience in detailed cost estimates for electrical systems (LV/HV distribution, UPS, generators).
• Ability to evaluate supplier/subcontractor quotations for technical and commercial compliance.
• Experience supporting bid submissions, planning, and tender documentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for electrical systems including LV/HV distribution, UPS, generators, containment, and lighting.
• Attend site visits and pre-bid meetings to assess scope, constraints, and risk factors; collaborate on bid strategies.
• Interpret electrical specs, drawings, and performance criteria; identify value engineering opportunities.
• Maintain records of estimates and pricing sources; support post-tender negotiations and handovers.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Bid management

Costing

Stakeholder collaboration

Tools

Excel

Pricing databases

Job description

SES Engineering Services in Sunderland is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to lead the estimating function for high-profile Data Centre and Advanced Manufacturing projects. You will price electrical systems, manage bids, and coordinate with design, commercial, and delivery teams to ensure accurate, competitive tenders.

The role requires interpreting specifications, driving cost breakdowns, and ensuring estimates reflect redundancy, scalability, and energy efficiency typical of critical