Electrical Estimator

Key Responsibilities:

Tender Preparation

• Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications and employer's requirements.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for Electrical and combined M&E projects.
• Measure quantities from drawings and specifications.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities where required.
• Produce detailed take-offs using estimating software.

Supplier & Subcontractor Management

• Obtain competitive quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Evaluate quotations for completeness and compliance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Negotiate pricing where appropriate.

Cost Estimating

• Prepare accurate labour, material, plant and subcontractor cost estimates.
• Develop pricing schedules and tender summaries.
• Ensure pricing reflects current market conditions.
• Consider productivity rates, site logistics and programme requirements.

Risk Assessment

• Identify commercial and technical risks.
• Highlight exclusions, assumptions and qualifications.
• Participate in tender review meetings.

Tender Submission

• Compile complete tender submissions.
• Ensure tenders are submitted on time.
• Maintain accurate tender records.
• Assist in post-tender negotiations and clarifications.

Handover

• Prepare comprehensive handover documentation for the delivery team following contract award.
• Explain estimating assumptions and risk items to project managers.
• Assist with budget establishment.

Market Intelligence

• Monitor labour and material cost trends.
• Maintain an up-to-date estimating database.
• Review competitor activity and market conditions.
• Support continuous improvement of estimating procedures.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications.
• Commercial awareness.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Team player with a proactive attitude.
• High level of accuracy and professionalism.
• Familiarity with estimating software.

Previous Experience / Qualifications:

• 4 years working as an apprentice on site or good knowledge of the Electrical trade.
• 3 years working in an estimator role.
• PC Skills.
• Ability to work on their own initiative.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proven ability to meet deadlines.

• Full Time Position.
• Salary depending on experience.
• Position based in CJK head office.
• Working Time 39 hours per week but this will vary on certain weeks dependant on tender deadlines.
• Possible requirement for additional evening coursework to develop competencies after 6 months.

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