Electrical Estimator in Northampton

Job description

Electrical Estimator

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Package (Car Allowance + Travel to Site + Pension + Healthcare & more!)

Location: Northampton

Client:

My client has established themselves as one of the UK’s leading M&E Contractors. Following their formation over 70+ years ago, they have grown their turnover in excess of £250m per annum. The business boasts a track record of delivering some of the UK’s and London’s landmark projects. Typically, they specialise in major shell and core projects in sectors such as commercial offices, healthcare, pharmaceutical, education & more. Despite their size, this Tier 1 M&E Contractor has fantastic staff retention rates with a reputation for looking after their staff. They offer excellent exposure and internal training schemes with a hands-on approach to developing their staff.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Support the Estimating team with Electrical bids and tenders.
• Prepare and submit prime cost estimates utilising Estimating Software systems.
• Liaise with internal and external engineers, consultants and subcontractors to construct and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Analyse drawings, specifications and other documentation to prepare estimates.
• Identify and provide alternative design proposals, solutions and value engineering options.
• Establish and maintain tendering processes and conduct negotiations.
• Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors.
• Monitor targets and workflow.
• Control and organise tender documentation.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to gather pricing and technical information.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, materials, and pricing trends.
• Perform other duties at managements’ discretion.

Requirements:

• A sound technical knowledge of Electrical systems essential.
• Experience in Electrical Estimating.
• Knowledge of the construction industry essential.
• Experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office, estimating software and on-screen take off.
• Strong communication skills should be able to communicate confidently with all members of the construction team, directors, clients and consultants.
• Ability to work on own initiative with confidence and accuracy.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Northampton

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

09-10-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English