Senior Electrical Estimator

My client are a long established, family owned and highly successful electrical & mechanical services contractor based in Glasgow.
Due to the increased success and with several large projects ongoing in the region of £7million, They are keen to expand the Estimating division.

My client are seeking an Estimator with an electrical bias to join our team and lead a division of 2 full time Estimators. This new role will demand autonomy, excellent commercial awareness as well as experience gained from an electrical background over a minimum of 5 years.

The Role
– Preparing and producing detailed tender bids and costing estimates for commercial projects.
– Attending and leading pre, mid and post tender meetings, building strong working relationships with suppliers, contractors and clients.
– Providing support, guidance and management to the team of 2 Estimators to support career development.
– Engagement with suppliers and contractors to obtain competitive quotations for materials, labour and bespoke services.
– Day to day management and oversight of the full tender process from start to finish and full autonomy to make considered decisions for the business.
Person Specification
– Ability to work collaboratively with the team and external suppliers and contractors
– Excellent commercial awareness built over electrical career
– Minimum 5 years electrical estimating experience
– Diligent and efficient with excellent attention to detail
– Good communicator and highly organised
– Ability to manage own workload as well as support 2 team members with queries
– Ability to make clear and considered decisions
– Willing and able to work as part of a team with personal skills to promote good relationships and a friendly working environment.
– Computer literate, experience of Estimating software beneficial.
– Previous management experience with a tailored leadership approach desirable but not essential.

This is a permanent position with strong career prospects.

Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years’ experience from an electrical estimating background. Formal qualifications are not necessary, although an NC/HNC/HND or similar in a building services related qualification would be considered an advantage. A proven track record in a similar position is however, considered essential.

Perks:
Company car or car allowance, 32 days holiday p.a., Private Health Care, Pension scheme with Employer contribution. (Hybrid working available)
An excellent working environment, opportunity to join as a key member of a growing and long-established 3rd generation company