Senior Estimator - MTrec Recruitment : Job Details

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 Estmimator 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