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Electrical Estimator

Job Description

1st Step Solutions are supporting a M&E Contractor who have an opportunity for an Electrical Estimator on a permanent position based in London.

Job Purpose:
A key role as an Electrical Estimator undertaking all aspects of Estimating with a vast skillset and knowledge of estimating software, whilst working within a structured estimating department being able to produce tenders to a very high standard.

Responsibilities:

  • Work alongside the Electrical Estimating Manager and fellow estimators as part of a structured team.
  • Reading and understanding the employer's requirements for each and every individual Project.
  • Reading and understanding engineering specifications as well as gaining a knowledge of the project scope.
  • Being able to measure accurately by taking off quantities from engineering drawings.
  • The transposing of data into an electronic estimating software programme Amtech (Estimation)
  • Work alongside other members of the department in all estimating aspects.
  • Being able to send out enquiries and analyse quotations accurately.
  • Making sure bids are technical correct and fully compliant.
  • Build precise structured bid clarifications.
  • Be able to communicate and present well when required.
  • Good time management skills are essential to be able to work to strict deadlines.
  • Attend site surveys, client meetings and handover meetings.
  • Build Internal / External Relationships.
  • professional appearance and manner at all times.
  • Be able to work under pressure.

Experience and Knowledge:

  • Experience of working within the building services industry across a number of sectors.
  • Knowledge and understanding of electrical services.
  • Knowledge or experience of either the construction, engineering, estimating or similar businesses (Desirable)
  • Proficient in the use of Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • Competency with estimating software (Trimble Contract Master).
  • Reliable and professional attitude towards work.
  • Flexible and methodical approach to work.
  • Data centre (DC) experience in UK and/or Europe - Shell & Core projects up to 20mil - DC 50m to 100m projects.

Attributes and Skills:

  • Comfortable working in a team.
  • Effectively manage time in order to meet deadlines.
  • Multitask and manage the many priorities within the tendering process.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Communication professionally at all levels, internally and with clients.
  • Collaboration with other departments/teams within company.
  • Good organisational skills and able to manage workloads.
  • High levels of literacy and numeracy.
  • Receptive and adaptable to change.
  • Mentoring and support of other team members

Qualifications:

  • City and Guilds or Advance Craft Certificate (or equivalent to NVQ).
  • Certificate - ONC, HNC, HND.
  • Engineering degree (Desirable).
  • Member of recognised professional body (Desirable)

On offer:

  • Competitive salary
  • Auto enrolment into pension scheme
  • Private healthcare (individual) option once probation is passed
  • Life insurance (15,000 during probation, 3x salary after probation)
  • Sick pay - after successful completion of the probation period - 50 days' full pay and 50 days' half pay.
  • Profit Share
  • Season Ticket Loan (after probation)
  • Holiday entitlement is 23 days, plus bank holidays, increases to 26 days after 1 year, then to 31 days after 5 years.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Subsidised restaurant.