Electrical Estimator

Equans Sci-Tech is recruiting an Electrical Estimator to join the team based in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a close-knit estimating team, contributing to a diverse portfolio of projects across Data Centres, Pharmaceutical / Clean Room Environments, Process Engineering & Industrial Works.

As an integral member of the Estimating Team, the Electrical Estimator will be responsible for delivering accurate and high-quality trade pricing. This role involves supporting the full tender lifecycle – from initial pre-qualification stage through the preparation, adjudication process to final submission – ensuring competitive and compliant proposals are developed in line with company standards.

• Actively contribute to the team providing accurate and auditable cost estimates
• Reviewing project documentation to develop a clear understanding of project scope and requirements
• Accurately review and/or produce tender documents and drawings, contracts, budgets, bills of quantities and other documentation
• Work collaboratively with engineers and projects managers to clarify design requirements and ensure estimates align with project specifications
• Have responsibility for the delivery of fully costed and detailed pricing in response to client specifications with appropriate back-up data and audit trail documentation
• Assist in the production and submission of tenders for various clients whilst building relationships with these clients
• Prepare prices and forecast for the projects
• Attend sites visits as required to estimate and produce analysis of the results
• Establish and maintain long term relationship with key vendors
• Stay up to date with industry trends, regulations and pricing to ensure competitive and accurate estimates

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 4 times annual salary
• Company Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including Access Ability (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

• Proven experience in a similar Estimator role within the industry
• Strong technical knowledge of Electrical Engineering principles and practices
• Commercial awareness
• Background in working within an M&E Subcontractor or Main Contractor
• Extensive Trades knowledge
• Demonstrate experience in managing time, resource & financial managerial
• Excellent planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of Health & Safety across all activities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to negotiate effectively and build positive working relationships
• Highly computer literate and analytical - competent in use of Microsoft Excel and estimating software

Equans Sci-Tech is a specialist partner for mission-critical environments - clean rooms, laboratories and manufacturing plants, providing a fully integrated, single-source approach to define, design and deliver advanced facilities with absolute certainty.

Our lifecycle management mindset and value engineering model ensure cost certainty, faster speed to market, and long-term ROI. From strategic consultation and compliant, sustainable, technology-agnostic designs to seamless delivery, handover and ongoing optimisation, we create future-proof technical facilities and drive unmatched business outcomes.

Backed by deep expertise, collaborative engagement and a culture of continuous knowledge development, we guarantee reliable, innovative…