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Bid EstimatorSureserve Group • Loughton, Essex, United Kingdom
Bid Estimator

Bid Estimator

Sureserve Group • Loughton, Essex, United Kingdom
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Sureserve provide trusted high-quality solutions that focus on energy efficiency to create warm, safe and compliant homes. The result is an improved quality of life for residents.

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With nationwide reach, regional and local relationships, a commitment to excellent client service and industry-leading expertise, we are set up to be a trusted partner for now and the future.

Overview of role:

The Bid Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and commercially viable cost estimates and tender submissions for electrical compliance projects. The role supports business growth by analysing tender requirements, assessing project risks, obtaining supplier and subcontractor quotations, and producing detailed pricing proposals that align with company objectives and client expectations. The Bid Estimator will work closely with Operations, Commercial, Procurement, and Bid Teams to ensure submissions are compliant, profitable, and delivered within required timescales.

The Bid Estimator will take ownership and lead the commercial preparation of bids across electrical compliance, planned maintenance, and building contracts. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the entire bid process from initial opportunity assessment through to final submission, ensuring that all tenders are commercially robust, technically compliant, and strategically positioned to maximise the company's success rate.

This role requires someone who can challenge assumptions, make commercial decisions, engage with internal stakeholders and supply chain partners throughout the tender process. The successful candidate will act as the commercial lead during bid preparation, ensuring all pricing reflects both project risk and the company's business objectives.

Essential Proven experience in an Estimator, Bid Estimator, or Commercial role within the electrical, compliance, construction, or building planned or reactive sectors
Strong understanding of electrical and building service compliance and industry regulations
Experience preparing cost estimates and tender submissions
Excellent numerical and analytical skills
Strong commercial awareness and understanding of profitability drivers
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Knowledge of Schedule of Rates (SOR) pricing, including NHF or similar
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Sureserve is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to nurturing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.

Reasonable Adjustments

As part of our commitment to Inclusivity, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process for individuals who may require them. xwwtmva If you feel you need any adjustments, please contact .

Pre-employment Checks

Successful applicants will be subject to eligibility checks with a 3rd party, including the right to work in the UK and DBS checks.
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