Job Description
Company Overview:\nOur client is a growing and dynamic M&E business, currently seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join our team. They specialize in providing high-quality electrical services for both industrial and commercial projects. With an expanding portfolio, this is an exciting opportunity for an estimator with a passion for precision and a drive to contribute to the continued success of our business.\n\nRole Profile:\nAs an Electrical Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in determining the costs and scope of various electrical installations.
Working within a busy and expanding team, you will be responsible for producing competitive tenders, estimates, and quotations for electrical projects across both industrial and commercial sectors. You will work closely with clients, suppliers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure that each project is estimated accurately, profitably, and in line with company standards.\n\nThe ideal candidate will have proven experience in electrical estimating, preferably within the M&E or construction industry, and possess excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. You will also be instrumental in identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance the accuracy of cost estimations.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nPrepare and submit competitive tenders, estimates, and quotations for electrical installations on various projects.\nCalculate the amount, type, and cost of materials, fixtures, and equipment required for each electrical project.\nDetermine the labour resources required to complete each project within the estimated time frame.\nConduct take-offs from tender documents to ensure comprehensive project costing.\nEvaluate the potential profitability of electrical projects to guide management in making informed bidding decisions.\nComplete and submit project bids in a timely and accurate manner, adhering to established guidelines.\nUse specialized tender software to generate cost estimations and manage the bidding process.\nLiaise effectively with clients, architects, consultants, contractors, and suppliers to clarify project requirements and scope.\nWork under pressure to meet tight deadlines, ensuring tenders are submitted accurately and on time.\nReact to changes in project requirements and develop value engineering solutions as needed.\nFacilitate the smooth handover of successful tenders to the site team, ensuring all relevant information is communicated.\nContinuously review and improve cost-estimating procedures to minimize discrepancies between estimated and actual project costs.\nQualifications, Experience, and Skills:\n\nA qualification in engineering, electrical installation, or an equivalent relevant field.\nA-levels or equivalent in literacy, numeracy, and technology.\nProven experience in estimating electrical projects, with a focus on O&M contracts and private networks.\nExperience in preparing tenders and quotes, particularly in the electrical or construction industry.\nAbility to establish strategic partnerships and manage relationships with external stakeholders.\nDemonstrable experience handling complex and sensitive commercial information, ensuring confidentiality.\nTrack record of delivering successful tenders within deadlines and to budget.\nStrong project management experience with a focus on process improvement and cost management.\nAbility to work autonomously and proactively, demonstrating initiative and goal-oriented drive.\nComfortable working under pressure, managing multiple projects simultaneously.\nProficient in Microsoft Office suite and basic computing tasks, with experience using estimating software desirable.\nStrong interpersonal and communication skills, able to build relationships with internal teams, clients, and suppliers.\nA motivated, enthusiastic, and collaborative team player who works diligently and efficiently.\nA keen eye for detail, ensuring accuracy and consistency in all estimations and reports.\nAbout Us:\nWe are a well-established M&E business with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality electrical and mechanical services to both industrial and commercial sectors.
As part of our growing team, you will have the opportunity to develop your career and contribute to the continued success of the business. If you're an experienced Electrical Estimator looking to take on new challenges, we’d love to hear from you