Senior Estimator

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 are proudly representing our prestigious manufacturing client based near Sunderland, with their plans for growth and expansion, by recruiting a permanent Senior Estmimator to join their team. You will be joining 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; * Estimating: Create detailed cost breakdowns for materials, labour, and ancillary expenses. * Bid Preparation: Analyse project documentation (specifications, drawings, and scope) to develop accurate and commercially sound proposals. * Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with sales, engineering, and operations teams to ensure smooth project transitions and alignment of commercial objectives. * Scope Evaluation: Interpret customer requirements and ensure estimates reflect the full technical and operational scope of work. * Budget Oversight: Monitor and manage tender-phase budgets, ensuring alignment with internal financial parameters. * Documentation: Maintain organised records of estimates, bids, and key communications. Provide reports to senior stakeholders on pricing trends and estimating accuracy. * Team Support: Mentor and review work produced by junior estimators, offering training and technical guidance to support their development. * Industry Awareness: Stay informed about market pricing trends, new technologies, and competitor activity to maintain competitive edge. * 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