Senior Estimator

ZipRecruiter; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious manufacturing client near Sunderland seeks a permanent Senior Estimator to join their growing team. You will play a key role in cost estimation, bid preparation, and support junior estimators, all within a collaborative work culture that prioritizes professional growth and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Private healthcare

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Company pension scheme

Sponsorship towards professional development

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in an estimating role.
• Strong knowledge of low voltage switchgear and electrical systems.
• Proven ability to interpret technical documents and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed cost breakdowns for materials and labor.
• Analyse project documentation to develop accurate proposals.
• Coordinate with sales, engineering, and operations teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Rewards and Benefits on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package including private healthcare and health cash plan policy
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Sponsorship towards professional development and training opportunities
• A collaborative and supportive work culture

MTrec’s New Opportunity:

MTrec Technical is proudly representing our prestigious manufacturing client near Sunderland, with plans for growth and expansion, by recruiting a permanent Senior Estimator to join their team. You will be part of a rapidly growing, dynamic company with an excellent team-based culture and fantastic opportunities to progress your career.

If you have a background in a similar role within civil/electrical engineering, construction, M&E, or similar, please apply now for an immediate response.

The Job You’ll Do:

1. Estimating: Create detailed cost breakdowns for materials, labour, and ancillary expenses.
2. Bid Preparation: Analyse project documentation (specifications, drawings, and scope) to develop accurate and commercially sound proposals.
3. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with sales, engineering, and operations teams to ensure smooth project transitions and alignment of commercial objectives.
4. Scope Evaluation: Interpret customer requirements and ensure estimates reflect the full technical and operational scope of work.
5. Budget Oversight: Monitor and manage tender-phase budgets, ensuring alignment with internal financial parameters.
6. Documentation: Maintain organised records of estimates, bids, and key communications. Provide reports to senior stakeholders on pricing trends and estimating accuracy.
7. Team Support: Mentor and review work produced by junior estimators, offering training and technical guidance to support their development.
8. Industry Awareness: Stay informed about market pricing trends, new technologies, and competitor activity to maintain a competitive edge.
9. Risk Management: Identify commercial and technical risks in tender opportunities and propose mitigation strategies.

About You:

• HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a similar technical field
• At least 3 years of experience in an estimating role, preferably within the electrical or building services industry
• Strong technical understanding of low voltage switchgear, electrical systems, and installation standards
• High attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel), with the ability to interpret technical documents and engineering drawings
• Effective communication, negotiation, and time management abilities
• Demonstrated leadership qualities with experience guiding junior staff