Electrical Estimator in Sunderland

Energy Jobline ZR; Sunderland (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Long-term project pipeline

Team-focused environment

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking an Electrical Estimator for building services projects in the North East. The role focuses on preparing detailed electrical estimates, reviewing tender documents, and coordinating with pre-construction and commercial teams to ensure compliant bids.

Ideal candidates will have experience in building services, strong reading of drawings, and proficiency with estimating tools, with the ability to work to tight tender deadlines in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrical Estimator in building services or construction.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience with pricing software and estimating tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical estimates for commercial M&E projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation.
• Carry out accurate take-offs and build-ups of labour, materials, and plant.
• Obtain and assess supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options.
• Prepare tender submissions and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with project managers and engineers during tender handover.
• Maintain and develop relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Ensure estimates are commercially competitive and technically compliant.
• Support pre-construction and early project planning activities.

Skills

Electrical estimation

Reading drawings

Pricing software

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Electrical Engineering education

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Job DescriptionElectrical Estimator - Buidling Services We are recruiting on behalf of a long-established building services contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical projects across the North East and UK. With a strong pipeline of secured work across commercial, industrial, education, and healthcare sectors, we are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join the commercial team based in Durham. The business is known for its collaborative approach, long-term client relationships, and commitment to delivering reliable, cost-effective engineering solutions.

The Role

As Electrical Estimator, you will play a key role in preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for a wide range of electrical building services projects. You will be involved from tender stage through to submission, working closely with pre-construction, commercial, and operational teams to ensure bids are fully compliant, commercially robust, and aligned with project requirements.

• Prepare detailed electrical estimates for commercial M&E projects
• Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation
• Carry out accurate take-offs and build-ups of labour, materials, and plant
• Obtain and assess supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options
• Prepare tender submissions and supporting documentation
• Liaise with project managers and engineers during tender handover
• Maintain and develop strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors
• Ensure all estimates are commercially competitive and technically compliant
• Support pre-construction and early project planning activities

About You

• Proven experience as an Electrical Estimator within building services or construction
• Strong understanding of electrical installations in commercial environments
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Experience with pricing software and estimating tools
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced tendering environment
• HNC/HND/Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline ()

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Pension scheme
• Secure pipeline of long-term regional projects
• Supportive, team-focused working environment
• Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing contractor