First Recruitment Group
Electrical Estimator
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Senior Electrical Estimator
Location: Burton upon Trent
Salary: Very competitive Negotiable salary + Company benefits + Car allowance
Permanent | Full-time
We are recruiting on behalf of a successful and growing engineering services business seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Estimator to join its team in Burton upon Trent.
This is an excellent opportunity to take a key role in the delivery of high-quality electrical tenders and bids, working across commercial and technical teams to develop competitive solutions and support continued business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the main point of contact with clients throughout the bid process
- Review tender drawings and prepare accurate quantity take-offs
- Issue enquiries to the supply chain and evaluate returned quotations
- Build detailed and accurate cost estimates using estimating software
- Support value engineering and the development of innovative bid solutions
- Identify and manage commercial risk throughout the estimating process
- Prepare and present bids for internal approval and client submission
- Produce final tender documentation
- Support contract reviews, negotiations and governance processes
- Manage contract terms, warranties and obligations
- Contribute to commercial strategy and margin improvement
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About You
We are looking for an experienced electrical professional with:
- Electrical background within Building Services / MEP
- Electrical estimating experience or strong commercial awareness
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics and specifications
- Ability to provide high-level design for containment and LV systems where required
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Excellent organisation and attention to detail
- Confidence working across different teams and influencing key stakeholders
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Full UK driving licence
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Package & Benefits
- Very competitive, negotiable salary
- Car allowance
- Flexible benefits package and healthcare
- Company pension scheme
- Employee wellbeing support
- Career development opportunities within a successful and growing business
The Opportunity
This position would suit an experienced Electrical Estimator looking to take on a senior role with significant involvement throughout the full tender and bid process.
You'll have the opportunity to combine your Electrical Building Services knowledge with commercial expertise, influencing bids from initial tender review through to submission, negotiation and contract review.
Interested? Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion about the position.
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