Estimator (Electrical)

Location: Milton Keynes (Office Based)
Salary: Up to £60,000 + Package
Sector: Construction / Building Services / M&E

The Company

A well-established multi-disciplinary contractor delivering projects across Facilities Management, M&E, Small Works, and Design & Build construction projects throughout the UK.

The business has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality commercial projects and is continuing to grow its pre-construction and estimating function due to an increasing pipeline of work.

The Role

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Estimator (Electrical ) to join a growing pre-construction team based in Milton Keynes.

The successful candidate will be responsible for pricing electrical packages across a range of commercial projects, working closely with operations, commercial, and project delivery teams to produce accurate and competitive tenders.

This role would suit someone with a strong electrical background who understands both technical delivery and commercial pricing within construction or building services environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical estimates and cost plans from drawings, specifications, and tender documents


• Review project documentation and identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options


• Produce accurate take-offs and pricing for labour, materials, subcontractors, and equipment


• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations


• Support bid submissions and tender presentations


• Work closely with project managers and commercial teams during handover stages


• Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings where required


• Maintain strong knowledge of current market rates and industry trends

Requirements

Essential

• Previous experience as an Electrical Estimator within construction or building services


• Strong understanding of electrical installations and M&E systems


• Experience pricing commercial fit-out, FM, refurbishment, or construction projects


• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications


• Commercially aware with strong attention to detail


• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Desirable

• Experience within multi-disciplinary contractors or M&E contractors


• Electrical qualifications or trade background


• Experience using estimating software


• Knowledge of both small works and larger project tenders