Senior Electrical Estimator

Location: Manchester, UK

Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum

Full-time

Estimation Department

Overview

A well-established and growing technical services organisation operating across the UK is continuing to expand its project delivery capability within critical and high-reliability environments. As part of this growth, the business is seeking to appoint a Critical Infrastructure Project Estimator to support an increasing pipeline of complex projects.

The company employs a large, multi-disciplinary workforce and is experiencing sustained growth, with clear plans for further expansion. They are looking for individuals who want to contribute to and grow alongside an ambitious organisation. The business promotes an inclusive and diverse working environment.

Role Purpose

The Critical Infrastructure division requires an experienced Project Estimator with a background in electrical works, data centre projects, and/or mission-critical environments.

The role focuses on providing commercial and cost-planning support during tender and pre-construction stages, contributing to successful project wins. Responsibilities include preparing cost estimates for major plant, electrical systems, and specialist subcontract packages across electrical, mechanical, and building fabric scopes.

A solid understanding of construction principles, build methodologies, and both on-site and off-site delivery approaches is essential to effectively support the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the estimating workflow to ensure smooth project progression.
• Produce tenders consistently in line with internal procedures and standards.
• Review completed projects to compare actual vs estimated installation times.
• Support the estimation team to meet revenue and delivery targets.
• Prepare structured, compliant tender submissions, considering technical, commercial, and construction risks.
• Carry out detailed material take-offs and enter measurements into estimating software.
• Review supplier and subcontractor information, distributing enquiries and assessing quotations for compliance.
• Identify opportunities for product alternatives and value engineering proposals.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market pricing, competition, and workload levels to help produce competitive estimates.

Requirements

• Experience as an Electrical Estimator or demonstrable experience preparing electrical estimates.
• Understanding of electrical installation practices (advantageous but not essential).
• Degree-level qualification in Engineering or a related field.
• Awareness of health and safety responsibilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

What’s Offered

• Competitive salary up to £60,000
• Career development and professional training opportunities
• Employee assistance scheme
• Health and wellbeing support initiatives
• Hybrid working