Senior Electrical Estimator

Senior Electrical Estimator in Sunderland (SR1) | COLEMAN JAMES LTD My career My jobs MA My account Search These jobs were popular with other job seekers Senior MEP Quantity Surveyor LJB & Co Bebside, Blyth (NE24), NE24 4LZ From £90,000 to £100,000 per annum £90k - £100k + package 1 month ago Senior Quantity Surveyor Real Staffing Sunderland (SR1) Up to £60000 per annum + Plus Benefits 5 days ago Senior Quantity Surveyor LJB & Co Blyth (NE24) From £95,000 to £105,000 per annum + Accommodation + Transport + Rotat 3 weeks ago Senior Quantity Surveyor Atkins Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear Competitive 1 week ago Estimator Streamline Search Limited Newcastle Upon Tyne (NE1) £50000 - £60000 per annum 2 weeks ago M&E Quantity Surveyor LJB & Co Bebside, Blyth (NE24), NE24 4LZ From £65,000 to £85,000 per annum £65k - £85k + package 3 weeks ago Quantity Surveyor Saxton Recruitment LTD Gateshead (NE10) £40000 - £50000 per annum + Mileage + Bonus + Benefits 2 weeks ago Quantity Surveyor Streamline Search Limited Newcastle Upon Tyne (NE1) £60000 - £70000 per annum 2 weeks ago Cost Management / Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager Opportunity - Nuclear Energy Turner & townsend North East Competitive 1 week ago Cost Manager Turner & townsend North East Competitive 1 week ago Senior Electrical Estimator COLEMAN JAMES LTD Sunderland (SR1) Permanent Published: 5 days ago Apply Save Senior Electrical Estimator COLEMAN JAMES LTD Apply Our client is a well-established National M&E Contractor who are looking for a Senior Electrical Estimator to join their team whose offices are based in Sunderland, focussing specifically on high profile, Data Centre and Advanced Manufacturing projects on a national basis. This is a great opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team. JOB PURPOSE This role will require you to lead the electrical estimating function for data centre construction projects, ensuring accurate and competitive pricing of electrical systems including power distribution, UPS, generators, and containment. The role supports bid submissions and project planning, contributing to the successful delivery of high-resilience, mission-critical environments. Previous data centre experience is not essential, but preferable. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepare detailed cost estimates for electrical systems including LV/HV distribution, UPS systems, standby generators, containment, and lighting. Quantify materials, labour, equipment, and subcontractor costs specific to data centre environments. Evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations for compliance with technical and commercial requirements. I.e. fire & security systems, lightning & earthing protection. Develop cost breakdowns and summaries for tender submissions, including lifecycle cost considerations. TENDERING & BID MANAGEMENT Attend site visits and pre-bid meetings to assess project scope, constraints, and risk factors. Collaborate with design, commercial, and delivery teams to develop bid strategies aligned with client expectations. Prepare and submit compliant tender documentation, ensuring alignment with client bid management software, and other relevant standards. TECHINAL & COMMERCIAL REVIEW Interpret electrical specifications, drawings, and performance criteria for Tier-rated data centres. Identify value engineering opportunities and alternative solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce cost. Ensure estimates reflect redundancy, scalability, and energy efficiency requirements typical of data centre builds. COLLABORATION & COMMUNICATION Liaise with internal stakeholders including MEP engineers, BIM coordinators, and procurement teams. Maintain strong relationships with specialist suppliers and subcontractors in the data centre sector. Support post-tender negotiations and project handovers with clear documentation and rationale. REPORTING & DOCUMENTATION Maintain accurate records of estimates, assumptions, and pricing sources. Update cost databases with data centre-specific benchmarks and market trends. Provide reporting to senior management on bid performance, win/loss analysis, and market competitiveness WHAT’S ON OFFER Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade) Travel covered to any sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 6% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity. 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