Our client, a respected Mechanical & Electrical contractor with nearly 60 years of industry expertise, is seeking a skilled Electrical Estimator to join their growing Cambridge-based team. They deliver high-quality building services solutions across different sectors offering a full design-to-installation service supported by a highly qualified team of Electrical and Mechanical Engineers.
The Role
As Electrical Estimator, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of tenders and pre-construction activities. You will be responsible for producing accurate, competitive, and commercially viable estimates while maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
·Liaise with clients and main contractors throughout the tender process
·Attend site surveys where required to gather essential information for pricing
·Prepare accurate cost estimates for electrical services by thoroughly reviewing and interpreting employer's requirements
·Identify and highlight any onerous, unusual, or high-risk employer requirements
·Source, obtain, and validate material and plant quotations
·Maintain and develop strong relationships within the supply chain
·Input and manage data using industry-standard estimating software
·Compile and complete cost comparison schedules for internal review
·Prepare risk and opportunity schedules for commercial assessment
·Produce tender adjudication documentation
·Provide support to the Bid Manager during and after the tender process
·Ensure a thorough and structured handover of awarded projects to the operations team
Skills & Experience Required
·Experience providing fixed-price costings across design stages 2-4
·Strong ability to review and interrogate electrical designs for compliance and accuracy
·Proficient in using estimating software
·Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
·Strong communication skills
·Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
·Effective workload prioritisation and time management
·Ability to plan and organise work activities to meet strict deadlines
·High level of accuracy and attention to detail
What’s on Offer
* Package salary of £55,000 – £70,000 depending on experience
* Company car or car allowance
* Fuel card provided
* Company pension scheme
* Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
* Long-term stability with a well-established and growing contractor
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Exposure to a wide range of high-profile projects across multiple sector
* Annual leave plus bank holidays
* Laptop and mobile phone provided
* Opportunity to progress into senior commercial or pre-construction leadership roles
This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, reputable contractor offering long-term career development within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
If this opportunity aligns with your experience and career goals, we would love to hear from you
Salary description
£55000.00 - £60000.00 per year