Electrical Estimator in Little Dunmow, Essex

Electrical Estimator

Location: Little Dunmow, Essex
Salary: £45,000–£65,000 per annum, depending on experience
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

The Opportunity

An established Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) contractor is looking to recruit an experienced Electrical Estimator to join its team in Little Dunmow.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established business, working on a varied portfolio of commercial and industrial projects, including industrial unit fit-outs, office refurbishments and CAT A/CAT B office fit-outs.

Projects vary in size and complexity, with larger schemes reaching approximately £3 million in combined M&E contract value.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for preparing accurate, competitive and commercially viable electrical estimates, working closely with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and competitive electrical estimates for commercial and industrial projects.

• Review tender documentation, electrical drawings, specifications and project requirements.

• Undertake electrical take-offs, measurements and material schedules.

• Calculate labour, material, plant and subcontractor costs.

• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.

• Identify commercial risks, scope gaps, exclusions and opportunities for value engineering.

• Prepare detailed cost breakdowns and tender submissions.

• Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process.

• Attend site visits and tender meetings where required.

• Manage multiple tender enquiries and ensure submissions meet deadlines.

• Work closely with the commercial and project delivery teams to ensure a smooth handover of successful projects.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as an Electrical Estimator within an M&E or electrical contracting environment.

• Strong knowledge of commercial and industrial electrical installations.

• Experience pricing electrical packages for fit-out and refurbishment projects.

• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications and technical documentation.

• Competent in electrical take-offs, measurements and cost estimating.

• Good understanding of electrical installation methods, materials and labour costs.

• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project profitability.

• Good communication, organisational and negotiation skills.

• Experience using estimating software and Microsoft Office.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £45,000–£65,000, depending on experience.

• Permanent, full-time position.

• Long-term career opportunity within an established M&E contractor.

• Varied portfolio of commercial and industrial projects.

• Opportunity to take ownership of tenders and contribute to commercial decisions.

If you are an experienced Electrical Estimator looking for a new challenge and a long-term opportunity within an established M&E contracting business, we would be keen to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about this opportunity.