Electrical Design Estimating Engineer

Construction & Commercial Fit-Out | Hybrid Working | Contract

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Design & Estimating Engineer to support a well-established construction and commercial fit-out contractor on a contract basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded building services specialist with a strong background in electrical design, pre-construction and estimating, ideally within the commercial fit-out, refurbishment and construction sectors.

Working on a hybrid basis, you will play a key role in supporting projects from initial tender enquiry and feasibility through to detailed cost planning, design development and tender submission. You will work closely with the pre-construction, commercial and project delivery teams to ensure proposals are technically robust, commercially competitive and aligned with client requirements.

• Prepare accurate and competitive electrical estimates for commercial fit-out, refurbishment and construction projects.
• Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications and employers requirements to establish project scope and identify potential risks or omissions.
• Develop electrical design solutions and provide technical input throughout the pre-construction and tender stages.
• Undertake electrical take-offs, quantity surveying and cost planning for labour, materials, plant and subcontract packages.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations to ensure best value and commercial competitiveness.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and propose cost-effective solutions without compromising quality, compliance or performance.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors to clarify technical and commercial requirements.
• Support tender submissions, including the preparation of cost breakdowns, tender clarifications, exclusions and qualifications.
• Review existing designs and specifications to identify discrepancies, design gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure proposed electrical installations comply with relevant regulations, industry standards and project specifications.
• Work collaboratively with pre-construction and delivery teams to support a smooth transition from tender to project delivery.

• Proven experience in electrical building services design and estimating within the construction, commercial fit-out or refurbishment sectors.
• Strong pre-construction experience, with a demonstrable track record of preparing and managing electrical tenders.
• Solid technical knowledge of commercial electrical installations, including lighting, small power, distribution, containment, fire alarm, emergency lighting and associated building services systems.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications, schedules and technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of project costing, labour allowances, material pricing and subcontract procurement.
• Experience identifying design risks, scope gaps, technical interfaces and commercial opportunities during the tender process.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tender deadlines.
• Confident communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, consultants and supply-chain partners.
• A proactive, commercially focused approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.

Contract position offering flexibility and the opportunity to support a busy pre-construction function.

Hybrid working, combining remote working with attendance at the contractors office and/or project locations as required.

Opportunity to contribute to a varied portfolio…