Senior Electrical Estimator - Data Centre Projects

Ses Ltd; Sunderland; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Travel to sites (HMRC-advised rates)

Job summary

SES Engineering Services is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to lead the estimating function for high-value Data Centre and Advanced Manufacturing projects. You will price LV/HV distribution, UPS, generators, containment, and lighting, while coordinating with BIM, procurement, and delivery teams to drive competitive bids.

The role focuses on accuracy, value engineering opportunities, and robust bid submissions to support project planning and successful delivery within mission-critical

Qualifications

• Experience leading electrical estimating for complex projects such as data centres and high-security environments.
• Ability to quantify materials, labour, equipment and subscontracts.
• Familiarity with cost databases and client bid management processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical estimating function for LV/HV distribution, UPS, generators, containment and lighting.
• Prepare and evaluate cost breakdowns for tender submissions and lifecycle costs.
• Attend site visits and coordinate with design, commercial and delivery teams on bid strategy.
• Interpret drawings and specifications to ensure accurate and compliant estimates.
• Maintain records of estimates, sources, and pricing data for senior management.

Skills

Estimating

Tendering

Costing

Electrical systems

Bid management

Job description

SES Engineering Services is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to lead the estimating function for high-value Data Centre and Advanced Manufacturing projects. You will price LV/HV distribution, UPS, generators, containment, and lighting, while coordinating with BIM, procurement, and delivery teams to drive competitive bids.

The role focuses on accuracy, value engineering opportunities, and robust bid submissions to support project planning and successful delivery within mission-critical