Estimator, Construction, Building Services Engineer
Listed on 2026-09-18
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Construction
Estimator, Electrical Engineering -
Engineering
Estimator, Building Services Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Electrical Estimator - M&E / Building Services
Location:
Basildon, Essex
Project locations:
London and the Home Counties
Salary:
Up to £65,000 per annum, depending on experience
Sector: M&E building services – public sector, education and healthcare
Project values:
Up to £5 million
The Company
Our client is an established M&E contractor delivering electrical and mechanical building-services projects across London and the Home Counties.
Its portfolio includes new-build and refurbishment projects within public-sector buildings, schools and healthcare facilities.
The Role
Our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join its commercial team in Basildon. You will prepare detailed and competitive electrical estimates for projects valued up to £5 million.
This will involve reviewing tender documentation, producing accurate costings and liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and internal project teams throughout the tender process.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare detailed and accurate electrical estimates for projects valued up to £5 million
- Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation
- Produce project costings within required tender timescales
- Obtain competitive quotations from suppliers and subcontractors
- Identify potential project risks and value-engineering opportunities
- Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers and other project stakeholders
- Work with the pre-construction and project teams to hand over successful tenders
- Remain informed about relevant industry standards, regulations and pricing
- Previous experience as an Electrical Estimator within an M&E, MEP or building-services contractor
- Knowledge of electrical building-services systems
- Experience working on public-sector projects, including education or healthcare environments
- Able to interpret electrical drawings, specifications and tender documents
- Proficient with estimating software and Microsoft Office
- Strong numerical, organisational and attention-to-detail skills
- Effective communication and negotiation skills
- Able to work independently and collaboratively within a commercial and project team
- Salary up to £65,000 per annum, depending on experience
- Company pension scheme
- Full Package To Be Discussed
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