Details:
- Salary: £45,000 - 60,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Glasgow Glasgow City
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Electrical Estimator – Rail Electrical / Telecoms
Location: Scotland (Remote Working Considered)
Electrical Estimator – Rail
We are recruiting for an experienced Electrical Estimator to join a growing and well-established engineering business delivering projects across the UK rail infrastructure sector.
We're particularly interested in candidates with a background in rail electrical or rail telecoms estimating. Based in Scotland, this role offers flexibility, with fully remote working considered for the right candidate.
As an Electrical Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for a range of rail infrastructure and other sector projects. You will work closely with operational teams, suppliers, and clients to develop commercially competitive bids while ensuring technical accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare accurate cost estimates for rail electrical and telecoms projects.
* Review tender documentation, specifications, and drawings.
* Produce detailed take-offs, pricing schedules, and cost breakdowns.
* Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
* Identify project risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions.
* Liaise with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams throughout the tender process.
* Support tender submissions and post-tender negotiations.
* Maintain estimating records and pricing databases.
About You
We are keen to speak with candidates who have:
* Previous experience as an Electrical Estimator within the rail or M&E sectors.
* Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* The ability to manage multiple tenders and work independently.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary
* Fully remote working considered for the right candidate.
* Company pension and health care
* Opportunity to join a growing business with a strong pipeline of rail infrastructure projects