At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare accurate cost estimates for exciting electrical projects and collaborate with teams.
- Company: Forward-thinking building services business with a focus on growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, enhanced leave, health cash plan, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Genuine career progression opportunities in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on diverse commercial projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in electrical estimating and strong commercial awareness.
Are you an experienced Electrical Estimator looking to take the next step in your career with a growing and forward-thinking building services business? We're looking for a commercially minded Electrical Estimator to join an expanding team, playing a key role in securing exciting commercial and industrial projects across a variety of sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to work on diverse projects while collaborating with clients, suppliers and project teams to deliver competitive, high-quality tender submissions.
If you're passionate about delivering accurate estimates, enjoy working in a collaborative environment and are looking for genuine career progression, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
As an Electrical Estimator, you'll be responsible for preparing accurate and commercially competitive cost estimates for electrical and M&E projects from initial enquiry through to tender submission and project handover. Working closely with internal teams, clients and suppliers, you'll play an integral role in winning new business and ensuring projects are delivered successfully from the outset.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed and fully itemised cost estimates for commercial and industrial electrical projects
- Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation to identify project scope, risks and opportunities
- Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations to ensure best value
- Produce professional tender submissions, including pricing schedules, clarifications and value engineering proposals
- Liaise with clients, consultants and contractors throughout the tender process
- Support project teams during handover to ensure a smooth transition from tender to delivery
- Manage multiple tenders simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy
- Maintain estimating records, cost databases and supplier information for future opportunities
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience as an Electrical Estimator within the Building Services or M&E sector
- Strong understanding of commercial electrical installations and building services
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation
- Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Experience using estimating software would be advantageous
- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
- HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering, Building Services or a related discipline is desirable but not essential
What's on Offer
- £45,000
- Enhanced Annual Leave plus Additional Leave Entitlement
- Birthday Day Off
- Long Service Awards
- Paid Volunteer Leave
- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave
- Health Cash Plan
- Free Eye Test
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Access to Trained Mental Health First Aiders
- Ongoing Training & Continuous Professional Development
- Genuine Career Progression Opportunities
- Full-Time, Permanent Position
Electrical Estimator in Kingston upon Hull employer: Project Start Recruitment Solutions
Join a dynamic and innovative building services company in Humberside as an Electrical Estimator, where you'll enjoy a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With competitive salaries, generous benefits including enhanced annual leave and a birthday day off, as well as opportunities for ongoing training and career progression, this role offers a meaningful and rewarding career path in a supportive environment. Be part of a team that values your contributions and fosters a positive workplace atmosphere while working on exciting projects across various sectors.
Contact Details:
Project Start Recruitment Solutions Recruitment Team
