Job description
Rewards and Benefits on Offer;
Competitive salary and benefits package including private healthcare and health cash plan policy
25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
Company pension scheme
Sponsorship towards professional development and training opportunities
A collaborative and supportive work culture
MTrec’s New Opportunity;
MTrec Technical are proudly representing our prestigious manufacturing client based near Sunderland, with their plans for growth and expansion, by recruiting a permanent Senior Estimator to join their team. You will be joining a rapidly growing, dynamic company, with an excellent team-based culture and fantastic opportunities to progress your career.
If you have a background in a similar role within civil/electrical engineering, construction, M & E or similar, please apply now for an immediate response.
The Job You’ll Do;
Estimating: Create detailed cost breakdowns for materials, labour, and ancillary expenses.
Bid Preparation: Analyse project documentation (specifications, drawings, and scope) to develop accurate and commercially sound proposals.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with sales, engineering, and operations teams to ensure smooth project transitions and alignment of commercial objectives.
Scope Evaluation: Interpret customer requirements and ensure estimates reflect the full technical and operational scope of work.
Budget Oversight: Monitor and manage tender-phase budgets, ensuring alignment with internal financial parameters.
Documentation: Maintain organised records of estimates, bids, and key communications. Provide reports to senior stakeholders on pricing trends and estimating accuracy.
Team Support: Mentor and review work produced by junior estimators, offering training and technical guidance to support their development.
Industry Awareness: Stay informed about market pricing trends, new technologies, and competitor activity to maintain competitive edge.
Risk Management: Identify commercial and technical risks in tender opportunities and propose mitigation strategies.
About You;
HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a similar technical field
At least 3 years of experience in an estimating role, preferably within the electrical or building services industry
Strong technical understanding of low voltage switchgear, electrical systems, and installation standards
High attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel), with the ability to interpret technical documents and engineering drawings
Effective communication, negotiation, and time management abilities
Demonstrated leadership qualities with experience guiding junior staff