Are you an experienced Electrical Estimator ready to progress your career with a well-established and forward-thinking contractor? 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 assessmentProduce 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
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.
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