Senior Electrical Estimator

Building Services Senior Electrical Estimator
Location: Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Job Type: Full-time, permanent (office-based with potential for hybrid working)
Benefits: Performance Bonus Scheme, 25 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays

A well-established Mechanical and Electrical design and installation company, providing high-quality M&E solutions across various commercial and industrial sectors. Services include project management, design, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance. Operating nationwide, the company works across retail, leisure, healthcare, industrial, commercial, accommodation, and education sectors. This role offers the opportunity of managing the Estimating division in near future. 

A Senior Electrical Estimator is required to join the Pre-Construction team in Cirencester. The role involves reviewing tender documentation, preparing accurate pricing estimates, liaising with clients and suppliers, and ensuring cost-effective project solutions. Reporting to the Construction Director, this role requires both technical expertise and commercial awareness.

• Review tender documents, specifications, and employer’s requirements.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates, including labour, materials, and subcontractor pricing.
• Vet incoming tenders from the supply chain to ensure the most viable offers.
• Organise and lead tender adjudication meetings.
• Monitor project costs against initial estimates and update internal costing software.
• Liaise with contractors, clients, suppliers, and internal teams.

• Strong commercial awareness with risk management skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Proactive problem solver with cost-saving recommendations.
• Ability to take ownership of projects while working collaboratively.
• Strong communication and a positive approach.

• Proven experience in a similar role within an M&E contractor or the M&E division of a main contractor.
• Excellent knowledge of Mechanical & Electrical Services design and cost elements.
• Experience in commercial office and warehousing sectors is advantageous.
• Ability to estimate costs based on architectural drawings and specifications.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and literacy skills.
• Understanding of other MEP disciplines, BREEAM, and sustainability is beneficial.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Electrical Estimator to contribute to a dynamic team in a growing company.

If you would like to know more please contact Harry Severn - (url removed)

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