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Estimator (Electrical)

jbhopkins8 open roles

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Fareham, United Kingdom
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The posting

Electrical Estimator

Salary: Competitive

Contract: Permanent

What we are looking for?

We are looking for an experienced Estimator to join our team, with a strong background in the M&E construction industry and experience working on multi-million-pound projects.

The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing accurate and competitive tenders, working closely with our Pre-Construction, Commercial and Operational teams to develop robust cost plans and tender submissions.

You will bring strong technical and commercial knowledge, with the ability to review project requirements, identify risks and opportunities, and contribute to securing high-quality M&E projects for the business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for electrical building services projects, including labour, materials, plant and subcontractor costs.
  • Review and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, schedules and tender documentation to establish project scope and requirements.
  • Produce detailed take-offs and quantify electrical materials, equipment and labour requirements.
  • Obtain and evaluate quotations from electrical suppliers and specialist subcontractors, ensuring best value and compliance with tender requirements.
  • Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to clarify specifications, pricing and lead times.
  • Work closely with the wider Estimating, Pre-Construction, Design and Commercial teams to develop robust tender submissions.
  • Identify potential commercial and technical risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions during the tender process.
  • Review electrical systems and requirements, including LV distribution, lighting, containment, fire alarms, data, security and associated building services.
  • Support tender clarifications, client queries and post-tender negotiations where required.
  • Ensure estimates are accurate, commercially competitive and completed within required tender deadlines.

Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience in electrical estimating within the M&E/building services industry.
  • Strong understanding of electrical systems, installation methods and relevant industry standards.
  • Good knowledge of electrical services including LV distribution, lighting, containment, fire alarms, data, security and associated systems.
  • Ability to confidently read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, schedules and tender documentation.
  • Experience producing accurate take-offs, labour assessments and material costings.
  • Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
  • Good commercial awareness with the ability to identify cost risks, opportunities and value engineering options.
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills when dealing with electrical suppliers and specialist subcontractors.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with Estimating, Design, Commercial and Operational teams.
  • Good knowledge of current electrical market rates, material costs and industry trends.

In a nutshell

At Hopkins, our purpose is to always deliver high levels of customer service and industry knowledge. Our vision is to self-deliver our sustainable projects from design through the installation period and then to maintain the buildings, ensuring they operate to the original design principles. To achieve both, we have built a team of dedicated, innovative and creative people. Who never settle for "just average".

As we continue to grow our network and expand our team across the south of the UK, with hubs already in Hampshire, East Sussex and Thames Valley, we are looking to further our reach and continue to deliver great service and innovative projects to our growing client base.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive business who invest in people.

Our commitment to you

As a key member of our team you will be encouraged to develop yourself further using all the tools made available to you by the business. As our inhouse HR team will work alongside you and your line manager to develop a bespoke develop plan that is tailored to your needs.

We also offer a host of benefits across our business, including

  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Salary Sacrifice Octopus EV Scheme
  • Flexible Holiday Scheme
  • Charity Day Scheme
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Eyewear scheme

Be yourself

Our clients come from all walks of life and so do our colleagues. That's why we're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. At Hopkins, we believe everyone is capable of achieving great things - no matter your age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs. We celebrate difference and everything that makes our colleagues unique.

To make your journey with us accessible and individual to you, we encourage you to let us know if you'd like a little extra help with your application, or if you have any individual requirements at any stage along your recruitment journey. We are here to support you, so please reach out to our team.

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