About the job

Description

Job Title: Estimator – Electrical Bias
Location: Huntingdon
Salary: Up to £70,000, dependent on experience + benefits
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview
On behalf of a key client, we are recruiting an ambitious Electrical Estimator to join their established team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a hands-on estimating role with clear progression into management over time.

The role will suit an experienced estimator ready to take ownership of complex bids, or a motivated professional with strong estimating skills who is looking to grow into a leadership position.

The Role
The successful candidate will:

• Review and analyse incoming enquiries, defining project scope and identifying specialist subcontract requirements.

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for electrical projects ranging from £250k to £5 million in value.

• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain compliant quotations that meet client specifications.

• Develop detailed proposals and presentations, highlighting any risks, exclusions, and qualifications.

• Coordinate with internal teams and subcontractors to manage elements not completed in-house.

• Attend internal and client meetings to support the estimating process and project handover.

• Maintain up-to-date estimate logs and ensure accurate project records.

• Support the team in achieving compliance with health & safety, environmental, quality, and information security standards.

Skills & Attributes Required

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Experience with Enterprise Estimating (© Trimble Inc. 1999–2024) is highly desirable, but training will be provided for the right candidate.

• Strong communication, organisation, and presentation skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• A collaborative, proactive approach with ambition to progress into team leadership.

• Full UK driving licence (restrictions apply for certain offence codes).

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of three years' estimating experience in the electrical industry.

• Knowledge of current IEE Wiring Regulations and relevant British Standards.

• Demonstrable experience in estimating projects up to £5 million.

Working Arrangements
The role is ideally office-based to work closely with the estimating team, with some scope for agile working arrangements.

Benefits

• Company car or car allowance

• Pension scheme

• Private medical insurance (after 12 months' service)

• Other standard company benefits

How to Apply
If you have the required experience and the ambition to grow into a management role, please apply with your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the position. Secondly, If you wish to have a confidential discussion with Harry Severn please dont hesitiate in getting in touch.
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