Electrical Estimator
Location: City of London, London
Hybrid working
Permanent
£47,000 - £55,000 per annum + excellent package
Are you an Electrical Estimator with a background in commercial fit-out projects? Do you want to play a key role in pricing and securing electrical installation contracts across London? If so, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.
Our client, a specialist contractor within the construction sector, is looking to recruit an Electrical Estimator to join their team at their London office. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong estimating experience to take ownership of tenders, work closely with project management and design teams, and contribute to the successful delivery and profitability of projects.
The Role
As an Electrical Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders for electrical installation works across commercial fit-out projects, including office, retail and hospitality environments. You will manage the estimating process from initial tender enquiry through to submission and contract award, ensuring costs are carefully assessed and commercial risks are identified.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare detailed and competitive cost estimates for electrical installation works on commercial fit-out projects.
Review tender documentation, drawings and specifications to produce accurate take-offs and material schedules.
Obtain, review and negotiate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
Liaise with clients, main contractors and consultants to clarify project scope, specifications and tender requirements.
Identify potential commercial risks, opportunities and cost-saving measures within tender packages.
Prepare clear and detailed tender submissions in line with project requirements and deadlines.
Hand over successful tenders to the delivery team, ensuring scope, pricing and cost breakdowns are clearly documented.
Maintain accurate pricing information and up-to-date supplier and subcontractor rates.
Monitor live tenders and work collaboratively with the wider team to meet submission deadlines.
About You
Proven experience as an Electrical Estimator, ideally within commercial fit-out projects such as offices, retail or hospitality.
Strong knowledge of electrical installation methods, practices and relevant regulations.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
Experience using estimating software such as Trimble and Bluebeam.
Strong numerical and analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail.
Confident communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, contractors, suppliers and subcontractors.
Organised and commercially aware, with the ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines.
An electrical qualification or previous experience as a qualified electrician would be advantageous but is not essential.
If you are an Electrical Estimator looking to develop your career within the commercial fit-out sector and contribute to securing exciting projects across London, apply now with a copy of your CV.
If you'd like to learn more about this opportunity, you can reach me on (phone number removed).
Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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