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Electrical Estimating Manager
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- Telford
- Permanent
- Full Time
- £50,000 - £60,000 Per Annum
Job Description
Electrical Estimating Manager
Location: Telford, Shropshire
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum + Car Allowance/Company Vehicle + Bonus + Benefits
About the Business
Trading since 2005, this is a progressive and forward-thinking electrical contracting business that has achieved sustained growth through technical excellence, innovation, and a commitment to customer service.
Combining the professionalism, capability, and resources of a medium-sized contractor with the flexibility and personal approach of a smaller business, provides expert advice and high-quality electrical solutions to commercial and industrial clients across the Midlands. Based in central Telford and ideally positioned to support our growing customer base throughout the region.
Due to continued organic growth, we are looking to appoint an experienced and commercially driven Electrical Estimating Manager to join our leadership team.
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong and customer-focused professional with extensive electrical knowledge and commercial expertise. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving new business opportunities, managing client relationships, and delivering accurate, competitive quotations for a wide range of electrical projects.
You will be responsible for interpreting client specifications, preparing detailed cost estimates, and developing long-term partnerships with both existing and new customers across the Midlands.
Regular travel throughout the Midlands will be required to meet clients, survey projects, and identify opportunities for business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the estimating function for commercial and industrial electrical installation projects.
Review tender documentation, specifications, and technical drawings to prepare accurate quotations and cost estimates.
Conduct site visits and customer meetings to fully understand project requirements.
Build and develop strong relationships with both new and existing clients.
Manage and expand an established portfolio of electrical customers across the Midlands.
Identify and secure new project opportunities through proactive business development.
Prepare bills of quantities, take-offs, pricing schedules, and proposal documentation.
Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing and delivery schedules.
Support value engineering initiatives and provide commercial input during pre-construction stages.
Work closely with project delivery teams to ensure a smooth handover of awarded projects.
Lead, mentor, and develop the estimating team to support continued business growth.
About You
We are seeking an ambitious and commercially aware individual who combines strong technical expertise with excellent customer relationship management skills.
Essential Requirements
Proven experience in an Electrical Estimating Manager, Senior Electrical Estimator, or Technical Sales/Estimating role.
Strong electrical knowledge with a sound understanding of electrical installations, systems, and regulations.
Good mechanical awareness and the ability to understand multi-disciplinary project requirements.
Proven ability to interpret technical specifications and convert requirements into detailed quotations and proposals.
Experience managing customer accounts and developing long-term client relationships.
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify and secure profitable opportunities.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Experience using estimating software such as EES, Amtech, or similar platforms.
Proven leadership experience, including managing and developing teams.
Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable
Existing network or portfolio of electrical industry contacts and clients.
Experience within commercial, industrial, manufacturing, or infrastructure sectors.
Knowledge of value engineering and pre-construction processes.
Whats on Offer
Competitive salary package.
Company car or car allowance.
Annual performance-related bonus.
Pension scheme.
Generous holiday entitlement.
Clear career progression opportunities.
A supportive and collaborative working environment.
The opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth and success of a respected Midlands-based business.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included
Location: Telford, Shropshire
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum + Car Allowance/Company Vehicle + Bonus + Benefits
About the Business
Trading since 2005, this is a progressive and forward-thinking electrical contracting business that has achieved sustained growth through technical excellence, innovation, and a commitment to customer service.
Combining the professionalism, capability, and resources of a medium-sized contractor with the flexibility and personal approach of a smaller business, provides expert advice and high-quality electrical solutions to commercial and industrial clients across the Midlands. Based in central Telford and ideally positioned to support our growing customer base throughout the region.
Due to continued organic growth, we are looking to appoint an experienced and commercially driven Electrical Estimating Manager to join our leadership team.
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong and customer-focused professional with extensive electrical knowledge and commercial expertise. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving new business opportunities, managing client relationships, and delivering accurate, competitive quotations for a wide range of electrical projects.
You will be responsible for interpreting client specifications, preparing detailed cost estimates, and developing long-term partnerships with both existing and new customers across the Midlands.
Regular travel throughout the Midlands will be required to meet clients, survey projects, and identify opportunities for business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the estimating function for commercial and industrial electrical installation projects.
Review tender documentation, specifications, and technical drawings to prepare accurate quotations and cost estimates.
Conduct site visits and customer meetings to fully understand project requirements.
Build and develop strong relationships with both new and existing clients.
Manage and expand an established portfolio of electrical customers across the Midlands.
Identify and secure new project opportunities through proactive business development.
Prepare bills of quantities, take-offs, pricing schedules, and proposal documentation.
Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing and delivery schedules.
Support value engineering initiatives and provide commercial input during pre-construction stages.
Work closely with project delivery teams to ensure a smooth handover of awarded projects.
Lead, mentor, and develop the estimating team to support continued business growth.
About You
We are seeking an ambitious and commercially aware individual who combines strong technical expertise with excellent customer relationship management skills.
Essential Requirements
Proven experience in an Electrical Estimating Manager, Senior Electrical Estimator, or Technical Sales/Estimating role.
Strong electrical knowledge with a sound understanding of electrical installations, systems, and regulations.
Good mechanical awareness and the ability to understand multi-disciplinary project requirements.
Proven ability to interpret technical specifications and convert requirements into detailed quotations and proposals.
Experience managing customer accounts and developing long-term client relationships.
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify and secure profitable opportunities.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Experience using estimating software such as EES, Amtech, or similar platforms.
Proven leadership experience, including managing and developing teams.
Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable
Existing network or portfolio of electrical industry contacts and clients.
Experience within commercial, industrial, manufacturing, or infrastructure sectors.
Knowledge of value engineering and pre-construction processes.
Whats on Offer
Competitive salary package.
Company car or car allowance.
Annual performance-related bonus.
Pension scheme.
Generous holiday entitlement.
Clear career progression opportunities.
A supportive and collaborative working environment.
The opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth and success of a respected Midlands-based business.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included