Location: London
Job Type: Full-time / Permanent
Overview
A well‑established engineering and project delivery business is seeking an Electrical Estimator to join its pre‑construction team in London.
This role will suit someone with strong commercial awareness and a solid background in electrical estimating, who is comfortable preparing competitive and accurate tenders for a wide range of projects.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare accurate electrical estimates in line with tender documentation, drawings and specifications
* Review project scope and identify labour, material, plant and subcontract requirements
* Produce detailed costings using estimating software and internal pricing tools
* Issue and manage tender queries to clarify technical and commercial details
* Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers, subcontractors and specialist contractors
* Carry out cost comparisons and benchmark pricing where required
* Attend site visits or tender review meetings where necessary
* Support the preparation of tender submissions and associated commercial documents
* Contribute to risk and opportunity assessments during bid preparation
* Assist with handover to delivery teams at pre‑contract stage
* Liaise with internal teams including commercial, project, design and procurement functions throughout the tender process
Candidate Requirements
* Minimum 5 years' experience in an Electrical Estimator role, or a strong electrical trade / technical background combined with estimating experience
* Good understanding of electrical systems, installations and associated project costs
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documents
* Experience using estimating software and standard Microsoft Office tools
* Strong numeracy and commercial awareness
* Able to manage deadlines and prioritise workload across multiple tenders
* Comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider bid or pre‑construction team
* Strong communication skills with a proactive and organised approach
* Previous experience working on projects within energy, utilities, renewables, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, industrial or data centre environments
* Exposure to M&E or multi‑disciplinary project environments
* Experience attending site surveys, tender interviews or pre‑contract meetings
* Knowledge of current market rates, subcontractor pricing and supply chain engagement
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