Senior Electrical Estimator

Overview
Hays are supporting a well-established engineering contractor in hiring an Electrical Estimator to lead the preparation of accurate and commercially competitive tenders across major utilities, infrastructure and data centre projects. This role is central to winning new work, shaping pricing strategy and supporting a smooth handover into project work closely with commercial leadership, project managers and engineering teams on high-value national frameworks and technically complex electrical installations.

Your new role
You'll manage the full tender lifecycle, reviewing drawings, defining scope, developing pricing strategies, coordinating supply chain input and delivering high-quality submissions. The role offers exposure to utilities frameworks, large-scale electrical infrastructure and hyperscale data centre environments across Ireland and the UK.

• Lead the full tender process for electrical projects across utilities, infrastructure and data centres.
• Review drawings and specifications to define scope and pricing strategy.
• Complete material take-offs, labour assessments and detailed cost estimates.
• Produce value-engineering options and ensure all tender submissions are compliant and competitive.
• Price utilities frameworks, major electrical packages and hyperscale data centre works.
• Source and analyse supplier and subcontractor quotations, maintaining strong supply chain relationships.
• Support senior stakeholders on bid strategy, risk analysis and project handovers.
• Collaborate closely with commercial, engineering and delivery teams.

What you'll need to succeed

• 5+ years' electrical estimating experience
• Strong technical understanding of electrical installations, power distribution and HV/LV systems.
• Proficient with Excel, Bluebeam, AutoCAD and modern estimating software.
• Commercially aware with strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Able to manage multiple tenders and deliver accurate work under pressure.
• Trade background (electrician/technician) is highly desirable.
• Highly organised, detail-focused, results-driven and thrives under deadlines.

What you'll get in return
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing contractor delivering high-profile utilities, infrastructure and data centre projects across Ireland, the UK and Europe. You'll work with a supportive commercial and engineering team, gain exposure to major frameworks and benefit from genuine career progression within an expanding organisation. A competitive, tailored package will be offered to the successful candidate, reflecting experience.

What you need to do now
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Skills:
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