We’re recruiting an Electrical Estimator for a respected UK electrical contractor delivering commercial, hospitality and planned maintenance projects. You’ll produce accurate take-offs and competitive tenders, support value engineering, and work closely with delivery teams from pre-con through handover.
Key Responsibilities
* Interpret drawings/specs to prepare quantities, BOQs and labour/material build-ups.
* Source and assess supplier/subcontractor quotes; maintain price libraries.
* Prepare compliant tender submissions, clarifications and outline programmes.
* Propose value-engineering options (lighting/emergency lighting, containment, LV distribution, fire & security, data/structured cabling).
* Attend site surveys and client/consultant meetings as required; compile handover packs.
* Support small-works and planned maintenance pricing (EICR, emergency lighting tests, fire alarm testing, PAT).
About You
* 3+ years’ estimating experience with an electrical contractor (commercial/ hospitality focus).
* Strong technical grasp of LV distribution, containment, small power, lighting, emergency lighting, fire & security, CCTV, data.
* Advanced Excel/estimating tools; clear written proposals and good commercial acumen.
* Advantageous – Ensign estimating systems coherent – desirable
* Qualifications: Time-served electrician or HNC/HND (or similar). 18th Edition (BS 7671) essential; C&G 2391 desirable.
* Confident communicator with suppliers and clients; diligent on compliance and H&S.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary/package (DOE).
* Pipeline across fit-out, refurbishment and maintenance programmes.
* Supportive team culture with progression opportunities.
How to Apply
Apply via The Labour Desk with your CV and a short note on relevant bids you’ve priced (values, scope, systems). End-client details will be shared at interview stage only