Electrical Estimator

  • Hampshire Recruitment Group LTD
  • City, Leeds
  • 18/02/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Are you an experienced Electrical Estimator looking to scale your career with high-value, multi-sector projects?

On behalf of a leading building services provider, we are seeking a highly professional and detail-oriented Electrical Estimator to join a high-performing pre-construction team. This is an opportunity to manage sophisticated tenders for multi-million pound schemes across the commercial, residential, education, and industrial sectors.

The Rewards

This organization is renowned for its people-first culture, offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both professional growth and personal well-being:

  • Financial: Competitive salary of £50k £55k (DOE) plus a dedicated car allowance.

  • Work-Life Balance: 35 days of annual leave (including bank holidays).

  • Health & Wellness: On-site gym facilities and a cycle-to-work scheme.

  • Future Security: Enhanced pension scheme and contractual sick pay.

  • Family Support: Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (subject to qualifying period).

The Role

The successful candidate will take ownership of the estimating process for projects valued up to £20m. This role requires a commercial mind capable of identifying financial risks while providing innovative installation methods to secure a competitive edge.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare detailed estimates for both pre-designed and full Design & Build projects.

  • Liaise closely with bid management to ensure timely and accurate tender submissions.

  • Perform detailed "take-offs" from drawings.

  • Attend pre-tender, mid-tender, and post-tender meetings, acting as a technical point of contact for clients and consultants.

  • Manage a seamless handover process to Project Managers once contracts are secured.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will be a commercially astute professional with a deep understanding of electrical techniques and construction methodologies.

  • Technical Background: Proven experience in estimating electrical works for large-scale projects and relevant electrical qualifications.

  • Software Proficiency: Strong IT skills, specifically with estimating software, Excel, and Microsoft Project.

  • Communication: The ability to articulate complex proposals to clients and collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders.

  • Management: Excellent time management skills with the ability to work to tight deadlines and manage an independent workload.

If interested, please APPLY or call me James Grant at Hampshire Recruitment Group.