Electrical Estimator
Location: Cheshire (Office-Based)
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Package
The Role
An established M&E building services contractor is looking to appoint an Electrical Estimator to join their successful Pre-Contract team based in Warrington.
This is a pre-contract-only role focused on the preparation and delivery of high-quality electrical tenders across a wide range of sectors including commercial, residential, education, leisure, industrial, and energy.
The position is primarily office-based to support fast-paced tender turnaround, with occasional flexibility available where workload permits.
Key Responsibilities
* Production of detailed electrical tender bids and cost plans
* Full ownership of the tender process from enquiry through submission
* Attending mid-tender and post-tender meetings
* Post-tender analysis and control
* Liaising with existing and prospective clients
* Engaging with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive quotations
* Managing tender documentation via electronic control systems
* Ensuring tenders are commercially sound and compliant
* Working closely within an integrated M&E pre-contract team
Project Scope
* Typical project values ranging from £1m to £30m
* Strong emphasis on commercial office projects
* Exposure to BREEAM, NABERS, Part L and Smart Building technologies
Requirements
* Proven experience as an Electrical Estimator within building services
* Strong technical knowledge of electrical building services
* Commercial estimating experience essential
* Proficient with Trimble Estimation software (critical requirement)
* Strong supplier and subcontractor knowledge
* Commercial awareness with attention to detail
* Proactive, approachable, and able to work to tight deadlines
* Comfortable working in a structured pre-contract environment
Not suitable for:
* Quantity Surveyors or Project Managers looking to move into estimating
Package & Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Company car / car allowance / fuel card
* 25 days holiday (rising to 30 with service) + bank holidays
* Private healthcare & life insurance
* Pension scheme with 5.5% employer contribution
* Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption policies
* Employee-owned business
* Flexible holiday scheme
* Strong career progression and professional development opportunities
* Inclusive and supportive working environment
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