An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Estimator to join a highly established and respected building services contractor, supporting the tendering and pre-construction of major M&E projects across London.
With a strong track record delivering complex building services projects across a range of sectors, our client offers the opportunity to work within a technically experienced pre-construction team and contribute to some of the most significant construction and infrastructure projects in the region.
The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing competitive and accurate electrical tenders, working closely with pre-construction, commercial, design and project teams to develop robust project costs and help secure new work.
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to support the preparation of electrical tenders across a varied project portfolio. The role will provide exposure to technically complex projects, major clients and a well-established supply chain, with the opportunity to develop within a business that has a strong reputation within the UK building services sector.
Responsibilities for the Electrical Estimator
Prepare detailed and competitive electrical estimates and tenders.
Review drawings, specifications, schedules and tender documentation.
Identify scope requirements, exclusions, risks and opportunities.
Prepare detailed take-offs and build-ups for electrical packages.
Obtain and assess quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to clarify scope and pricing.
Carry out technical and commercial analysis of tender returns.
Work closely with design, commercial and project teams throughout the tender process.
Support value engineering and alternative design proposals.
Attend tender meetings and contribute to tender presentations.
Manage multiple tenders and ensure submissions are delivered within required deadlines.
Support the handover of successful projects to the delivery team.
Requirements
Previous experience as an Electrical Estimator within an M&E contractor or specialist subcontractor.
Strong understanding of electrical building services.
Experience estimating commercial, infrastructure or technically complex projects.
Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications and schedules.
Strong knowledge of electrical installation costs, materials and labour.
Experience obtaining and negotiating subcontractor and supplier quotations.
Good commercial awareness and attention to detail.
Strong communication and organisational skills.
What Our Client Offers
Opportunity to join a highly established and financially secure building services business.
Exposure to major projects across commercial, infrastructure, healthcare, education and other specialist sectors.
Opportunity to work on high-value and technically challenging projects.
A strong forward order book and long-term workload.
Experienced pre-construction and commercial leadership team.
Structured opportunities for career progression and professional development.
Training and support to develop technical and commercial expertise.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Michael Beaubrun in our London office on (phone number removed)
