Job Description
Electrical Estimator
Location: Aylesbury
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive, Hybrid options available
About the Company
Our client is an established commercial and industrial electrical contractor based in Buckinghamshire, delivering projects across the UK. The business provides a comprehensive range of electrical services, including design, installation, commissioning and compliance. With a growing team and a strong portfolio of commercial, office fit-out and industrial projects, the company continues to expand and offers excellent opportunities for professional development.
About the Role
The company are looking to recruit an experienced and motivated Electrical Estimator to join its team in Aylesbury.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Electrical Estimator with a strong background in electrical contracting and commercial estimating to play an important role in pricing and securing new projects.
The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates, reviewing tender documentation and producing detailed quotations for a variety of electrical installation projects. You will work closely with suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams to ensure tenders are commercially competitive, technically accurate and submitted within deadlines.
Job Duties
Key Responsibilities
- Reviewing tender enquiries, drawings, specifications and other project documentation.
- Preparing detailed and accurate electrical cost estimates and tender submissions.
- Producing material take-offs and calculating labour, plant and equipment requirements.
- Obtaining and evaluating quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
- Identifying potential project risks, cost savings and value engineering opportunities.
- Liaising with clients, consultants, suppliers and internal project teams to clarify requirements.
- Preparing detailed pricing breakdowns and commercial proposals.
- Managing multiple tenders and ensuring submissions meet deadlines.
- Supporting the handover of successful tenders to the contracts and project management teams.
- Maintaining accurate estimating records and cost information.
Requirements
Essential:
- Minimum 5+ years'' experience in Electrical Estimating within the electrical contracting or building services industry.
- Strong technical understanding of electrical installations, systems and associated costs.
- Good working knowledge of BS7671 and relevant UK Building Regulations.
- Experience reviewing and interpreting electrical drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
- Proven ability to prepare detailed and accurate electrical estimates and tender submissions.
- Experience undertaking material take-offs and calculating labour, plant and equipment costs.
- Ability to obtain, review and negotiate competitive quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
- Strong commercial awareness, including the ability to identify project risks and potential cost-saving opportunities.
- Proficiency in relevant estimating software and Microsoft Office.
- Excellent numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tenders and work to tight deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of Trimble and/or ElectricalOM.
- Experience pricing commercial and industrial electrical installation projects.
- Understanding of electrical design principles and installation methods.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary - dependent on experience
- Opportunity to work on a variety of exciting commercial and industrial projects
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Opportunities for professional development and progression
- Company pension