Electrical Estimator

Your new company
You'll be joining an established electrical contractor delivering projects across the UK. The business works across a varied portfolio of commercial, retail, self-storage, hospitality, industrial and high-end residential projects, supported by experienced design, commercial and project delivery teams.
Your new role
As an Electrical Estimator, you'll play a key role within the estimating team, taking electrical tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission and supporting the handover of successful projects.Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing detailed electrical estimates and tender submissions
• Reviewing drawings, specifications, schedules and tender documentation
• Carrying out take-offs and producing labour and material costs
• Obtaining and comparing supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Undertaking technical and commercial appraisals of quotations
• Identifying tender risks, exclusions, opportunities and commercial considerations
• Raising RFIs and technical queries to clarify tender requirements
• Identifying value-engineering opportunities
• Supporting both pre-designed and Design & Build projects
• Assessing buildability and determining when site visits are required
• Preparing tender qualifications, exclusions, clarifications and offer letters
• Working closely with design, commercial and project teams
• Taking tenders from initial enquiry through to review, submission and project handover

What you'll need to succeed
You'll ideally have previous experience in electrical estimating or tendering within an electrical contracting or M&E environment, with a good understanding of electrical installations, drawings and specifications.You'll be able to analyse tender information, produce accurate cost estimates and identify commercial risks and opportunities.Applications can also be considered from individuals who have developed their career through electrical installation, electrical design or junior estimating and have the technical knowledge required to progress further within estimating.You'll also need:

• Good knowledge of electrical installations and building services
• Experience reviewing electrical drawings and specifications
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Good IT skills and ideally experience using estimating software
• Ability to manage and prioritise multiple tenders
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with design, commercial and operational teams

What you'll get in return
You'll receive a competitive salary of up to £70,000 depending on experience, alongside the opportunity to join an established electrical contractor working on a varied portfolio of projects across the UK.The position offers exposure to both traditional and Design & Build projects, alongside ongoing training, professional development and genuine opportunities for progression within the business.What you need to do now

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