Electrical Estimator (building services)

1^st Step Solutions Ltd (Mechanical & Electrical Recruitment Specialists)

We are working with a Devon based Electrical Contracting business who due to increased growth and success have the

following permanent role.

Required: Electrical Estimator

Employment: Permanent & full time

Location: South Devon (office based)

Salary: £50 - £60k

Additional benefits: car allowance, pension, potential for profit share.

Holidays: Initially 22 (+ 8 Bank Holidays), increasing to 25 days over 3 years.

Office hours: 7.30 - 5pm

The Role:

• Receiving enquiries from clients
• Completing an in-depth review of the enquiry extending to contractual, health and safety, logistical and technical aspects of the opportunity
• Attending site meetings / surveys as required
• Sending/receiving enquiries to/from suppliers & specialist sub-contractors
• Preparing take-offs from drawings
• Preparation of tender price
• Presentation of tender to Directors for approval prior to submittal
• Detailed tender submission
• Post tender review meetings with clients
• Detailed tender handover report to Project Delivery Team

Requirements:

• You will ideally have worked as an Electrical Estimator on commercial and industrial construction projects. (The employer would also consider Project Managers that want to move into estimating)
• A highly flexible attitude and willingness to deal with jobs of all types and sizes, typically ranging from £10k - £2m in value.
• Experienced and happy to work on pre-designed or design and build opportunities
• Proven experience and a strong understanding of contractual elements of projects
• Commercially astute and willing to make decisions
• A problem solver
• Proficient with IT systems as the company have modern processes

Company/Employer:

A commercial/industrial Electrical Contractor, established for over 20years, employing over 50 staff. Working with numerous well-known Building Contractors across Devon and end clients (Healthcare & Education) as well as various retail works. The company offers design, project management and commercial installations.

How do I apply?

Respond to this advert or call our Bristol team on 01173326633

Who are 1st Step Solutions Ltd?

Established in 2004, we are a market leader in M&E/Building Services recruitment within the UK construction industry. With over two decades of expertise, we specialise in the supply of both freelance and permanent professionals across all levels of the Built Environment - from Electricians and Plumbers to Supervisors, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and Contracts Managers.

Whether you're looking for your next role or seeking skilled labour & staff to support your project, we deliver tailored recruitment solutions to meet your needs.

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