Senior Electrical Estimator

About the Company
A leading international M&E contractor specialising in turnkey packages for the design, supply, and installation of building services. With a strong presence across the UK and Europe, the business partners with major multinational clients to deliver ambitious, innovative, and sustainable engineering solutions.

People are at the heart of their success, with ongoing investment in training and professional development to build a skilled, passionate team that delivers projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

The Opportunity
They are seeking an Electrical Estimator to join the UK Estimation Department. This is an excellent opportunity for someone already working within an M&E contractor environment who wants to apply their skills across a varied portfolio of building services and fit-out projects.

In this role, you will play a key part in winning work and preparing competitive tenders, collaborating with procurement, project teams, and senior leadership to deliver high-quality bids.

Key Responsibilities

Analyse tender opportunities, assess risk, and present clear recommendations to management.

Review tender documentation and fully understand client requirements.

Accurately quantify electrical materials, plant, and labour requirements.

Prepare tender adjudication packs, risk assessments, and contractor proposals.

Build competitive labour rates, factoring in productivity, resources, and gang mix.

Produce compliant cost plans and explore value-engineered solutions.

Liaise with procurement to vet supplier and subcontractor submissions.

Collaborate with mechanical estimators to deliver complete M&E bids.

Maintain and update a database of bids, including outcomes.

Provide regular reporting to management on estimating workload and pipeline.

About You

Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Building Services, Quantity Surveying, or similar.

Minimum 3 years’ estimating experience within an M&E contractor (essential).

Strong knowledge of electrical systems in building services and fit-out.

Excellent analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail.

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Able to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Why Join?

Competitive salary and benefits package

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Hybrid working model (office & home)

Travel expenses covered

Career progression within a global contractor

Accredited professional development and pathway to chartership

Opportunity to work on high-profile UK & international projects

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