Job Title : Electrical Estimator
Location : Blackpool, Lancashire
Salary:
55,000 - 60,000 per annum plus comprehensive benefits package, including company car allowance.
Company Overview: Our client is a well-established, leading UK-based building services contractor with a reputation for delivering high-quality, complex M&E installations across various sectors, including commercial, industrial, and residential. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and safety, they provide expert solutions for a diverse range of clients, from small businesses to large corporations. The company is committed to creating a collaborative, supportive working environment and offers opportunities for career development and growth.
Role Overview: Mech Electrics are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Electrical Estimator to join our clients growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with strong knowledge of electrical systems, cost estimation, and project management. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping the company win and deliver high-value electrical projects, ensuring accuracy in estimating and contributing to the overall success of the business.
Key Responsibilities:
Preparation of Estimates: Accurately prepare detailed cost estimates for electrical installations, including materials, labour, and overhead costs, ensuring all elements are accounted for. Review of Tender Documents: Analyse and review tender documentation and specifications to understand project requirements and deliverables. Liaise with Clients and Suppliers: Build and maintain relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to gather information, negotiate pricing, and ensure competitive and accurate estimates. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and challenges during the estimating phase and suggest cost-effective solutions. Site Visits: Conduct site surveys when necessary to assess the scope of work, evaluate site conditions, and obtain further details to inform accurate estimates. Prepare Submissions: Develop professional and compelling tender submissions, ensuring they are aligned with client requirements and submitted on time. Project Cost Control: Work closely with project managers to monitor costs during the construction phase, ensuring estimates are adhered to, and identifying areas for cost control. Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and best practices to improve estimating accuracy and enhance the overall business offering.
Essential Skills, Qualifications and Experience: Relevant qualifications such as an HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Proven Experience: Minimum of 3 years' experience as an Electrical Estimator in the building services or electrical contracting industry. Estimating Software Proficiency: Experience using estimating software to produce accurate and detailed cost breakdowns. Strong Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal teams. Attention to Detail: A high level of attention to detail, ensuring estimates are accurate and comprehensive. Problem-Solving Ability: A proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges in estimating and project execution. Organizational Skills: Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple tenders and projects simultaneously. Experience in the M&E sector: Experience in estimating electrical projects would be beneficial, along with working alongside the mechanical counterpart. Project Management Experience: Knowledge of project management processes and an understanding of how estimating impacts the overall project lifecycle.
Benefits: Competitive Salary: 55,000 - 60,000 per annum, depending on experience. Company Car Allowance. Pension Scheme: Company pension plan. Healthcare: Private healthcare options. Career Development: Opportunities for personal and professional growth, including further training and development. Work-Life Balance: Flexible working options and a supportive, family-friendly environment. Other Benefits: Annual bonus, employee perks, and more.
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55,000 - 60,000 per annum plus comprehensive benefits package, including company car allowance.
Company Overview: Our client is a well-established, leading UK-based building services contractor with a reputation for delivering high-quality, complex M&E installations across various sectors, including commercial, industrial, and residential. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and safety, they provide expert solutions for a diverse range of clients, from small businesses to large corporations. The company is committed to creating a collaborative, supportive working environment and offers opportunities for career development and growth.
Role Overview: Mech Electrics are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Electrical Estimator to join our clients growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with strong knowledge of electrical systems, cost estimation, and project management. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping the company win and deliver high-value electrical projects, ensuring accuracy in estimating and contributing to the overall success of the business.
Key Responsibilities:
Preparation of Estimates: Accurately prepare detailed cost estimates for electrical installations, including materials, labour, and overhead costs, ensuring all elements are accounted for. Review of Tender Documents: Analyse and review tender documentation and specifications to understand project requirements and deliverables. Liaise with Clients and Suppliers: Build and maintain relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to gather information, negotiate pricing, and ensure competitive and accurate estimates. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and challenges during the estimating phase and suggest cost-effective solutions. Site Visits: Conduct site surveys when necessary to assess the scope of work, evaluate site conditions, and obtain further details to inform accurate estimates. Prepare Submissions: Develop professional and compelling tender submissions, ensuring they are aligned with client requirements and submitted on time. Project Cost Control: Work closely with project managers to monitor costs during the construction phase, ensuring estimates are adhered to, and identifying areas for cost control. Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and best practices to improve estimating accuracy and enhance the overall business offering.
Essential Skills, Qualifications and Experience: Relevant qualifications such as an HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Proven Experience: Minimum of 3 years' experience as an Electrical Estimator in the building services or electrical contracting industry. Estimating Software Proficiency: Experience using estimating software to produce accurate and detailed cost breakdowns. Strong Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal teams. Attention to Detail: A high level of attention to detail, ensuring estimates are accurate and comprehensive. Problem-Solving Ability: A proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges in estimating and project execution. Organizational Skills: Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple tenders and projects simultaneously. Experience in the M&E sector: Experience in estimating electrical projects would be beneficial, along with working alongside the mechanical counterpart. Project Management Experience: Knowledge of project management processes and an understanding of how estimating impacts the overall project lifecycle.
Benefits: Competitive Salary: 55,000 - 60,000 per annum, depending on experience. Company Car Allowance. Pension Scheme: Company pension plan. Healthcare: Private healthcare options. Career Development: Opportunities for personal and professional growth, including further training and development. Work-Life Balance: Flexible working options and a supportive, family-friendly environment. Other Benefits: Annual bonus, employee perks, and more.
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