Senior Electrical Estimator

On behalf of a market-leading specialist electrical contractor, Salter Grange is seeking an experienced and driven Senior Electrical Estimator to join a rapidly growing team based out of Derry.

Our client is a premier contractor specializing in medium voltage (MV) and low voltage (LV) cable installation, termination services, busbar, and containment solutions. Headquartered in Ireland, they deliver mission-critical projects for a diverse range of customers across Europe and beyond, spanning high-growth sectors such as data centres, pharmaceuticals, renewables, power generation, and critical infrastructure.

This is a hands‑on leadership role where you will take full responsibility for managing the estimating function. You will oversee the production of Electrical tenders for both pre‑designed and design & construct projects, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality, competitive submissions while fostering a professional, collaborative team environment.

Senior Electrical Estimator Responsibilities

* Manage the estimating department, overseeing all new project enquiries from initial inception through to final submission.

* Set up estimates, tender packs, and applicable trackers to ensure consistency and accuracy across all bids.

* Lead communication with internal stakeholders, external suppliers, and clients throughout the entire tender process.

* Review engineering drawings and prepare precise take‑offs for LV/MV Cabling and Containment systems.

* Oversee the input of take‑offs and supplier quotations into relevant estimating formats.

* Produce and review bills of quantities, schedules of work, and contractors’ proposal documents to support bids.

* Manage the formal handover process to the operational delivery team, ensuring complete clarity and commercial continuity.

* Develop strong inter‑departmental relationships, working closely with Contracts Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and the Design/Engineering department.

* Support the continuous improvement of estimating processes, systems, and commercial governance.

* Provide guidance, mentoring, and professional support to estimators within the team.

Senior Electrical Estimator Requirements:

* Strong commercial background in an Estimator or Senior Estimator role, ideally with team‑lead or supervisory experience within the electrical contracting sector.

* Self‑motivated with a proven ability to ensure tight project deadlines are consistently achieved.

* Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment, managing multiple tenders simultaneously.

* Proven ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team to manage workload efficiently.

* Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to engage confidently with clients and internal teams (effectively translating technical details to non-technical stakeholders).

* Sharp ability to read and accurately interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation.

* High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and commercial awareness.

* Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.

If you are a senior estimating professional looking to step into a leadership role with a premier specialist contractor, we want to hear from you.

Please submit your CV directly through Salter Grange for confidential consideration
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed