Electrical Estimator in London

Job Description1st Step Solutions are supporting a M&E Contractor who have an opportunity for an Electrical Estimator on a permanent position based in London.

Job Purpose:
A key role as an Electrical Estimator undertaking all aspects of Estimating with a vast skillset and knowledge of estimating software, whilst working within a structured estimating department being able to produce tenders to a very high standard.

Responsibilities:

• Work alongside the Electrical Estimating Manager and fellow estimators as part of a structured team.




• Reading and understanding the employer's requirements for each and every individual Project.




• Reading and understanding engineering specifications as well as gaining a knowledge of the project scope.




• Being able to measure accurately by taking off quantities from engineering drawings.




• The transposing of data into an electronic estimating software programme Amtech (Estimation)




• Work alongside other members of the department in all estimating aspects.




• Being able to send out enquiries and analyse quotations accurately.




• Making sure bids are technical correct and fully compliant.




• Build precise structured bid clarifications.




• Be able to communicate and present well when required.




• Good time management skills are essential to be able to work to strict deadlines.




• Attend site surveys, client meetings and handover meetings.




• Build Internal / External Relationships.




• professional appearance and manner at all times.




• Be able to work under pressure.

Experience and Knowledge:

• Experience of working within the building services industry across a number of sectors.




• Knowledge and understanding of electrical services.




• Knowledge or experience of either the construction, engineering, estimating or similar businesses (Desirable)




• Proficient in the use of Word, Excel and Outlook.




• Competency with estimating software (Trimble Contract Master).




• Reliable and professional attitude towards work.




• Flexible and methodical approach to work.




• Data centre (DC) experience in UK and/or Europe – Shell & Core projects up to 20mil – DC 50m to 100m projects.

Attributes and Skills:

• Comfortable working in a team.




• Effectively manage time in order to meet deadlines.




• Multitask and manage the many priorities within the tendering process.




• Excellent attention to detail.

• Communication professionally at all levels, internally and with clients.

• Collaboration with other departments/teams within company.




• Good organisational skills and able to manage workloads.




• High levels of literacy and numeracy.




• Receptive and adaptable to change.

• Mentoring and support of other team members

Qualifications:

• City and Guilds or Advance Craft Certificate (or equivalent to NVQ).




• Certificate — ONC, HNC, HND.




• Engineering degree (Desirable).

• Member of recognised professional body (Desirable)

On offer:

• Competitive salary




• Auto enrolment into pension scheme




• Private healthcare (individual) option once probation is passed




• Life insurance (15,000 during probation, 3x salary after probation)




• Sick pay - after successful completion of the probation period – 50 days' full pay and 50 days’ half pay.




• Profit Share




• Season Ticket Loan (after probation)




• Holiday entitlement is 23 days, plus bank holidays, increases to 26 days after 1 year, then to 31 days after 5 years.




• Cycle to Work Scheme.




• Subsidised restaurant.