Senior Electrical Estimator / Head of Estimating

Senior Electrical Estimator / Head of EstimatingPower Networks, Transmission & DistributionHybrid, Nationwide. Project are in Liverpool, Yorkshire, Nottingham and London£60,000 to £95,000 + Car + BenefitsJob Ref: J200009Client: Our Client is a the number one Utilities and Power Networks contractor in the UK.They undertake projects ranging from £1 million to £50 million+ in value.The Electrical Estimator will be responsible for leading the estimating process for our new projects.This position will involve the day-to-day management of the tender process to ensure standards are maintained and deadlines are met. You will: Project Estimation: Utilise your expertise to read and fully understand client specifications and drawings, accurately estimate the costs considering all relevant factors, such as labour, materials, equipment, subcontractor bids, and project-specific requirements. Prepare and submit quotation. Cost Analysis: Conduct thorough cost analysis and value engineering assessments to optimize project budgets while maintaining the highest quality standards. Bid Management: Lead the bid preparation process, coordinating with internal stakeholders, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure all required information is gathered in a timely and efficient manner. Presenting the bid to clients and answering their questions. Risk Assessment: Identify potential project risks and uncertainties related to estimating, providing recommendations and solutions to mitigate such risks. Vendor Relations: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing and timely responses to bids. Collaboration: Collaborate closely with our project and business development teams to ensure seamless communication and coordination during the estimating process. Cost Estimating Tools: Utilise industry-standard estimating software and tools proficiently to streamline the estimating process and enhance accuracy. Estimating Documentation: Prepare comprehensive and detailed estimating documentation, including quantity take-offs, cost breakdowns, and proposal presentations. Post-Bid Analysis: Conduct post-bid analysis to evaluate the accuracy of estimates against the actual project costs, identifying areas for improvement and lessons learned. You will have: Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or equivalent Planning and prioritising. Analytical and accurate. Strong communicator - verbal and presentation. Able to develop and build collaborative relationships at all levels. Ability to juggle and manage priorities from different sources. Assess relative risk and allocate time accordingly. Manage performance: monitor, give feedback, and confront issues with more senior people and sub-contractors. Effective communication skills according to audience. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint applications. Excellent negotiating skills Confident to deliver presentations- Knowledge of estimating tool(s) Full UK Driving LicenseWould suit a M&E Engineer with estimating experience, Bid Manager, Bid Engineer, Tendering ManagerTo apply, please speak to Cindy AndersonWe also have roles in Project Management, Site Management, Operations Management, Site Engineering, Design, Health and Safety and Compliance