Senior Estimator - Cabling and IT

will combine technical authority, commercial judgement, and client engagement, operating with minimal supervision. The role offers genuine influence over solution design, bid strategy, and how work is won.More Detail:Manage and grow the estimating team - the company is geared up for significant growth Lead cost planning, estimating, and tender submissions for technically complex projects Shape scope, assumptions, exclusions, and commercial risk to support bid strategy and margin control Develop high-quality technical and commercial proposals, including pricing models and supporting documentation Lead or validate technical designs and surveys, coordinating internal engineers and external survey partners Engage directly with clients at bid stage as a trusted technical partner, particularly in design-and-build and early engagement environments Contribute directly to winning work through technical credibility and commercial input Monitor tender portals and frameworks (NFP), plan ahead for

public-sector renewals, and manage a structured opportunity pipeline Support the continuous improvement of estimating standards, tools, and pre-construction governanceThe Person:We are looking for an experienced estimator and designer from a technology, infrastructure, or engineering background, comfortable operating autonomously and taking ownership of bids end-to-end - cabling fibre or copper cabling experience is essential - any exposure to wireless is a bonus!You will have at least 5+ years’ experience and will bring strong experience in one or more of the following:IT infrastructure Structured cabling (copper and fibre) Low-voltage electrical systems Wireless or cellular technologiesYou will be commercially astute, confident engaging clients at bid stage, and experienced in design-and-build or early contractor engagement environments. Experience with frameworks, Schedule of Rates, or public-sector procurement is advantageous.Strong Excel skills are essential. Experience with estimating or design tools such as Simpro, Contract Master, AutoCAD, Ekahau, BlueBeam, FieldWire, or similar platforms being beneficial.The salary available for this role is within the range of £70,000 - £80,000 plus bonus - this could be flexible for the right candidate.If you have the proven estimating experience within the cabling sector then APPLY NOW or contact Dominic Quirke at Advancing People directly, in complete confidence.Advancing People - The Recruitment SpecialistAdvancing People Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer and acts as both an Employment Business and Employment Agency.JBRP1_UKTJ