Electrical Estimator

Our client, a leading NICEIC-approved electrical contractor delivering high-spec commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects across Central London, is looking for an Electrical Estimator with solid commercial fit-out experience to price and win electrical installation work across London.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for electrical installation works on commercial fit-out projects, from tender enquiry through to submission
• Review tender documents, drawings, and specifications to produce detailed take-offs and material schedules
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors
• Build up labour, material, and plant costs to produce competitive, profitable tenders
• Liaise with clients, main contractors, and consultants during the tender process to clarify scope and requirements
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities within tender packages
• Hand over won projects to the delivery team with a clear scope and cost breakdown
• Maintain up-to-date pricing data and supplier/subcontractor rates
• Track live tenders and support the wider team in meeting submission deadlines

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an Electrical Estimator, ideally within commercial fit-out (office, retail, or hospitality environments)
• Strong understanding of electrical installation practices and current regulations
• Confident reading and interpreting electrical drawings, specifications, and tender documentation
• Experience using estimating software such as Trimble and Bluebeam
• Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, able to liaise confidently with clients, contractors, and suppliers
• Able to work office-based 4 days/week, with 1 day hybrid
• Electrical qualification or background as a qualified electrician is an advantage, but not essential