Electrical Estimator

Electrical Estimator

Location: London
Job Type: Full-time / Permanent

Overview

A well-established engineering and project delivery business is seeking an Electrical Estimator to join its pre-construction team in London.

This role will suit someone with strong commercial awareness and a solid background in electrical estimating, who is comfortable preparing competitive and accurate tenders for a wide range of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate electrical estimates in line with tender documentation, drawings and specifications
• Review project scope and identify labour, material, plant and subcontract requirements
• Produce detailed costings using estimating software and internal pricing tools
• Issue and manage tender queries to clarify technical and commercial details
• Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers, subcontractors and specialist contractors
• Carry out cost comparisons and benchmark pricing where required
• Attend site visits or tender review meetings where necessary
• Support the preparation of tender submissions and associated commercial documents
• Contribute to risk and opportunity assessments during bid preparation
• Assist with handover to delivery teams at pre-contract stage
• Liaise with internal teams including commercial, project, design and procurement functions throughout the tender process

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in an Electrical Estimator role, or a strong electrical trade / technical background combined with estimating experience
• Good understanding of electrical systems, installations and associated project costs
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documents
• Experience using estimating software and standard Microsoft Office tools
• Strong numeracy and commercial awareness
• Able to manage deadlines and prioritise workload across multiple tenders
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider bid or pre-construction team
• Strong communication skills with a proactive and organised approach

Desirable Background

• Previous experience working on projects within energy, utilities, renewables, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, industrial or data centre environments
• Exposure to M&E or multi-disciplinary project environments
• Experience attending site surveys, tender interviews or pre-contract meetings
• Knowledge of current market rates, subcontractor pricing and supply chain engagement