Electrical Estimator

1st Step Solutions are supporting a M&E Contractor who have an opportunity for an Electrical Estimator on a permanent position based in London.

Job Purpose:
A key role as an Electrical Estimator undertaking all aspects of Estimating with a vast skillset and knowledge of estimating software, whilst working within a structured estimating department being able to produce tenders to a very high standard.

Responsibilities:
* Work alongside the Electrical Estimating Manager and fellow estimators as part of a structured team.
* Reading and understanding the employer's requirements for each and every individual Project.
* Reading and understanding engineering specifications as well as gaining a knowledge of the project scope.
* Being able to measure accurately by taking off quantities from engineering drawings.
* The transposing of data into an electronic estimating software programme Amtech (Estimation)
* Work alongside other members of the department in all estimating aspects.
* Being able to send out enquiries and analyse quotations accurately.
* Making sure bids are technical correct and fully compliant.
* Build precise structured bid clarifications.
* Be able to communicate and present well when required.
* Good time management skills are essential to be able to work to strict deadlines.
* Attend site surveys, client meetings and handover meetings.
* Build Internal / External Relationships.
* professional appearance and manner at all times.
* Be able to work under pressure.

Experience and Knowledge:
* Experience of working within the building services industry across a number of sectors.
* Knowledge and understanding of electrical services.
* Knowledge or experience of either the construction, engineering, estimating or similar businesses (Desirable)
* Proficient in the use of Word, Excel and Outlook.
* Competency with estimating software (Trimble Contract Master).
* Reliable and professional attitude towards work.
* Flexible and methodical approach to work.
* Data centre (DC) experience in UK and/or Europe - Shell & Core projects up to 20mil - DC 50m to 100m projects.

Attributes and Skills:
* Comfortable working in a team.
* Effectively manage time in order to meet deadlines.
* Multitask and manage the many priorities within the tendering process.
* Excellent attention to detail.
* Communication professionally at all levels, internally and with clients.
* Collaboration with other departments/teams within company.
* Good organisational skills and able to manage workloads.
* High levels of literacy and numeracy.
* Receptive and adaptable to change.
* Mentoring and support of other team members

Qualifications:
* City and Guilds or Advance Craft Certificate (or equivalent to NVQ).
* National Certificate - ONC, HNC, HND.
* Engineering degree (Desirable).
* Member of recognised professional body (Desirable)

On offer:
* Competitive salary
* Auto enrolment into pension scheme
* Private healthcare (individual) option once probation is passed
* Life insurance (15,000 during probation, 3x salary after probation)
* Sick pay - after successful completion of the probation period - 50 days' full pay and 50 days' half pay.
* Profit Share
* Season Ticket Loan (after probation)
* Holiday entitlement is 23 days, plus bank holidays, increases to 26 days after 1 year, then to 31 days after 5 years.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* Subsidised restaurant.