Assistant / Intermediate Electrical Estimator

Assistant / Intermediate Electrical Estimator

Location: Walsall, West Midlands
Salary: 28,000 - 32,000 + Package (Assistant Level) 40,000 - 50,000 + Package (Intermediate Level)

Our client is a well-established and growing electrical installation contractor delivering projects across the commercial, industrial, logistics, retail, public sector and distribution sectors throughout the UK.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming work, they are looking to appoint either an Assistant Electrical Estimator looking to progress their career or an experienced Intermediate Electrical Estimator seeking a fresh challenge within a supportive and forward-thinking business.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a contractor with a reputation for delivering high-quality electrical installations on projects ranging from 100k to 4m, working alongside leading main contractors, developers and blue-chip end users.

The Role

Working within the pre-construction team, you will be involved in the preparation of competitive and accurate tenders for a wide range of electrical installation projects.

Depending on your level of experience, duties will include:

Reviewing tender documentation, specifications and drawings

Carrying out take-offs and measuring electrical installations

Producing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions

Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations

Assisting with value engineering exercises

Preparing tender adjudication documents

Supporting handovers to the delivery teams upon successful award

Building and maintaining relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors

Assisting with bid submissions and pre-construction activities

Projects typically include:

Commercial developments and fit-outs

Industrial and manufacturing facilities

Distribution and logistics centres

Retail and leisure developments

Public sector projects

Energy-efficient and sustainable electrical installations

Works include:

LV distribution systems

Lighting and emergency lighting

Small power installations

Fire alarm and security systems

EV charging infrastructure

Solar PV and energy solutions

External lighting

Data and communication systems

Requirements

Assistant Electrical Estimator

• Previous experience within the electrical industry is essential
• Experience assisting with estimating, surveying, project engineering or electrical contracting activities
• Ability to read electrical drawings and specifications
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office
• Eagerness to learn and develop within an estimating environment

Intermediate Electrical Estimator

• Proven experience producing electrical estimates within a contracting environment
• Strong understanding of electrical installation projects
• Experience pricing commercial and industrial projects
• Ability to manage tenders from enquiry through to submission
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Company package and benefits
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Supportive and experienced management team
• Exposure to a diverse range of projects and sectors
• Long-term opportunity with a growing electrical contractor enjoying sustained success

If you are currently working within electrical estimating, or have a background in electrical contracting and are looking to move into a pre-construction role, we'd be keen to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion and further information, please call Leigh and apply today.