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Electrical Estimator

Job Posted: 4 days ago

Salary: £ 50,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leeds

Expire in: 24 days

Job Description

Electrical Estimator

Location: Leeds LS7 1QN (Office Based)
 Contract: Full Time, Permanent
 Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience) + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits

Albert Innes Ltd is one of Leeds’ most established electrical contractors, delivering high-quality installations since 1905. We partner with clients across commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, retail and public sectors, delivering projects typically ranging from £100,000 to £1.5 million.

Our long-standing client base includes healthcare trusts, financial institutions, retail developers and public sector organisations, reflecting our reputation for reliability and quality.

As we continue to grow, we are looking for an experienced Electrical Estimator to join our team and play a key role in securing profitable work and supporting the future success of the business.

Unlike many larger contractors, this role offers genuine influence. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will work closely with our Contracts Managers and senior team, helping shape tender strategy, client relationships and business growth.

The Role

The successful candidate will be involved throughout the tender process, from initial enquiry through to project handover, ensuring opportunities are assessed, priced and presented to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation to quantify labour, materials and project requirements.
Prepare detailed electrical estimates for commercial and industrial projects ranging from £100,000 to £1.5 million.
Assess commercial risks, assumptions and exclusions to protect project profitability.
Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations.
Identify value engineering opportunities and alternative installation methods that provide cost and programme benefits.
Attend pre-tender, mid-tender, post-tender and client meetings as required.
Support contract award and handover processes to ensure a smooth transition from estimating to delivery.

Maintain awareness of market conditions, labour trends, material pricing and industry developments.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers and internal teams.
What We're Looking For

Proven experience estimating electrical installations within commercial, industrial, healthcare, education or public sector environments.
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify risk, opportunity and scope gaps within tender documentation.
Experience pricing projects in the £100,000 to £1.5 million range.
Good understanding of electrical installation methods, materials and construction processes.
Proficiency in estimating software such as Trimble (Contract Master), Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications. (or ability to learn)
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with both clients and colleagues.
Desirable

Electrical qualifications (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC/HND, ONC/OND or equivalent).
Experience working within a NICEIC Approved Contractor environment.
Knowledge of Design & Build projects and value engineering.
Experience within healthcare, education or public sector projects.
What We Offer

34 days annual leave including bank holidays.
Christmas shutdown.
Enhanced pension scheme.
Private medical cover.
Death in service benefit.
Stable, long-established business with a strong reputation and secure client base.
Opportunity to work directly with decision makers and influence business success.
Supportive, close-knit team environment.
Please apply with your CV

Other suitable skills and experience include. Electrical Estimator, Senior Electrical Estimator, M&E Estimator, Electrical Cost Estimator, Electrical Tendering Engineer, Estimating Engineer (Electrical)

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