Senior Electrical Estimator

Company: David Leslie Ltd
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Location: Slough
Job Description:

Senior Electrical Estimator | M&E Building Services | East London | £95,000£110,000 + Package

High-End Commercial Fit-Out | £2m£10m Projects | Tender Ownership | Career Progression

An established and highly regarded M&E Building Services contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Electrical Estimator to strengthen its Pre-Construction team in East London.

The business specialises in the delivery of high-end commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects throughout London, working with major clients across premium office, commercial and mixed-use environments. Typical project values range from approximately £2 million to £10 million, with substantial electrical packages forming a key part of the companys workload.

With an excellent reputation, longstanding client relationships and a strong pipeline of London-based projects, the company offers the stability of an established contractor together with a collaborative and professional working environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level estimator who wants genuine ownership of substantial tenders, involvement in pre-construction strategy and value engineering, and the autonomy to make an important contribution within an experienced team.

There are also genuine long-term career progression opportunities for someone looking to continue developing within a successful and well-established M&E contractor.

The Opportunity

As Senior Electrical Estimator, you will take ownership of complex electrical tenders across a varied portfolio of commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects.

Working closely with the wider Pre-Construction team, Directors, clients and consultants, you will manage tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission and handover.

The position will involve:

  • Managing substantial electrical tenders independently
  • Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation
  • Preparing accurate and commercially competitive estimates
  • Obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations
  • Contributing to tender strategy and value engineering
  • Identifying commercial and technical risk
  • Liaising confidently with clients, consultants and the wider project team
  • Supporting tender presentations, negotiations and final submissions
  • Ensuring a detailed and effective handover into project delivery

The role is primarily office-based in East London, although the business offers a sensible degree of flexibility where appropriate.

About You

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Estimator with a strong background in M&E Building Services and substantial London commercial fit-out or refurbishment experience.

You should have:

  • Proven senior-level Electrical Estimating experience
  • A strong background working for an M&E or Electrical Building Services contractor
  • Experience pricing substantial electrical packages, ideally in the £1 million to £5 million+ range
  • Strong commercial fit-out and refurbishment experience
  • Excellent technical and commercial awareness
  • Experience contributing to tender strategy and value engineering
  • The ability to manage complex tenders independently
  • Strong client, consultant, supplier and subcontractor communication skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work effectively to demanding tender deadlines

The position would particularly suit someone accustomed to working within the fast-paced London fit-out market and capable of taking genuine ownership of major tender opportunities.

Whats on Offer?

  • £95,000£110,000 basic salary
  • Travel allowance
  • Bonus scheme
  • Company pension
  • Additional benefits package
  • Strong pipeline of high-value London projects
  • Experienced and supportive Pre-Construction team
  • Genuine autonomy and ownership of tenders
  • Long-term career progression opportunities

The final package will reflect the successful candidates experience, background and overall calibre.

This role would suit candidates currently working as a:

  • Senior Electrical Estimator
  • Electrical Estimator
  • Lead Electrical Estimator
  • Electrical Estimating Manager
  • Electrical Pre-Construction Manager

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Posted: September 22nd, 2026