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Electrical Estimator – £55k‑£80k, Scotland
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited · Dumbarton
Job description
About the role
As Electrical Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for a range of building services projects across Scotland. Working closely with clients, consultants, suppliers and operational teams, you will play a key role in securing profitable new business and ensuring successful project delivery from the outset.
Key responsibilities
- Preparing detailed electrical estimates and competitive tender submissions.
- Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
- Carrying out take‑offs and producing accurate cost plans.
- Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations.
- Identifying value‑engineering opportunities and alternative solutions.
- Assessing project risks, opportunities and commercial viability.
- Supporting bid submissions and tender presentations.
- Liaising with project delivery teams during project handover.
- Maintaining awareness of market conditions, labour costs and material pricing.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply‑chain partners.
Required profile
- Proven experience as an Electrical Estimator within the Building Services sector.
- Strong technical knowledge of electrical building services installations.
- Experience pricing projects across commercial, healthcare, education, industrial or public‑sector environments.
- Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and contract documentation.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- A recognised Electrical Engineering, Building Services or related qualification.
- Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience pricing projects ranging from £500k to £20m+ would be advantageous.
- Experience in data centres, renewable energy, defence, healthcare or mission‑critical environments is encouraged.
Required skills
- Estimating software
- Microsoft Office
What we offer
- Competitive salary of £55,000‑£80,000 per year.
- Private healthcare.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Genuine opportunities for career progression.
- Exposure to some of Scotland's most technically challenging building services projects.
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Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Dumbarton