Electrical Estimator

Electrical Estimator / Contracts Manager

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire
Salary: £45,000+ per annum, negotiable depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

An established Mechanical & Electrical Services Contractor is looking for an experienced Electrical Estimator / Contracts Manager to join its growing team in Swindon.

Working across the South West, the business delivers projects across the commercial, industrial, government, healthcare, local authority and education sectors.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, you will be responsible for the electrical element of tenders, working closely with Mechanical Estimators to prepare complete M&E quotations. You will be involved throughout the tender process, from reviewing requirements and sourcing costs through to final submission, pre-order meetings and contract handover.

Key Responsibilities

* Prepare, price and submit electrical tenders to required deadlines

* Review tender documentation and raise RFIs where clarification is required

* Liaise with clients, consultants and design teams

* Obtain and assess subcontractor and specialist subcontractor quotations

* Price procurement requirements and identify long-lead items

* Measure works and produce itemised Bills of Quantities

* Finalise tender submissions and attend pre-order meetings

* Support contract awards and handover of successful packages

* Liaise with clients regarding electrical project variations

* Maintain accurate estimating records using company software and Microsoft Office

About You

The ideal candidate will have proven experience as an Electrical Estimator, preferably within a similar-sized or larger organisation.

You should have:

* Commercial and/or industrial electrical estimating experience

* Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical drawings and project specifications

* Strong attention to detail and ability to work with minimal supervision

* Good organisation skills and ability to meet deadlines

* A full UK driving licence

CSCS is advantageous.
DBS is advantageous and can be applied for.

Ideally, you will be a time-served electrician who has progressed into estimating, with previous commercial and industrial experience.

Package & Benefits

* £45,000+ salary, negotiable depending on experience

* Company vehicle and fuel card

* Company pension scheme

* 33 days' holiday including 8 Bank Holidays

* Company mobile phone

* Industry training and development

* PPE provided

If you are an experienced Electrical Estimator with a commercial or industrial background and are looking for your next permanent opportunity, apply today
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed