As a Senior Electrical Estimator, you will be responsible for analysing project requirements, preparing detailed cost estimates for labour, materials, and equipment, and ensuring accurate, competitive tender submissions. You’ll play a key role in securing new business and supporting project delivery from concept through to handover.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
✔ Produce cost plans and estimates for a variety of large-scale, complex projects.
✔ Review tender documentation and deliver comprehensive launch proposals.
✔ Identify the resources and risks associated with each bid.
✔ Prepare analytical net cost estimates, including preliminaries, in line with company procedures.
✔ Liaise with construction planners, design managers, bid managers, and consultants to develop robust tender proposals.
✔ Present tender packages for internal adjudication and support with post-tender negotiations.
✔ Convert successful estimates into actionable project briefs and ensure seamless handover to operations teams.
✔ Actively participate in client negotiations to secure contracts.
Qualifications/Experience:
Required Qualifications & Experience
🔹 2+ years' experience in estimating with a main electrical or building services contractor.
🔹 Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
🔹 Excellent understanding of electrical technology, systems, and modern construction techniques.
🔹 Proficient in estimating from first principles.
🔹 Relevant qualification in Construction, Electrical Engineering, or Building Services (HND or equivalent).
🔹 Strong team player with ability to work independently.
🔹 Motivated and proactive with a solutions-focused mindset.
🔹 EU or international project experience is a distinct advantage.