Details:
- Salary: £75,000 - 80,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: SE1 Elephant & Castle Greater London
- Date: 6 days ago
Description:
Senior Electrical Estimator – M&E
SSA are recruiting a Senior Electrical Estimator on behalf of a leading Mechanical & Electrical contractor delivering CAT A, CAT B, and Shell & Core projects. You will lead the preparation of competitive electrical tenders, ensuring estimates accurately reflect project scope, technical requirements, and commercial risks.
Key responsibilities
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Prepare detailed electrical estimates, take-offs, and tender submissions.
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Review drawings, specifications, and tender documents to identify scope, risks, and opportunities.
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Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations, ensuring competitive pricing and full scope coverage.
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Develop labour, material, and equipment costs, clearly identifying assumptions, qualifications, and exclusions.
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Attend tender reviews, respond to clarifications, and support negotiations and handover to delivery teams.
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Provide guidance to junior estimators and maintain strong supplier and subcontractor relationships.
Requirements
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Proven electrical estimating experience within M&E contracting, with the ability to manage tenders independently.
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Strong knowledge of electrical distribution, lighting, small power, and associated building services systems.
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Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and tender documentation.
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Experience using estimating software and Excel to produce accurate, detailed cost breakdowns.
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Strong commercial awareness, attention to detail, communication, and organisational skills.
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Relevant electrical qualification or equivalent trade experience