Electrical Estimating Assistant

Who we are in a nutshell.

At BES Group, we pride ourselves in being the leading end to end risk management solutions provider in the UK and Ireland. That means it's our job to help keep our customers assets' legally compliant, operational and, above all else, safe. And we do this with a team of the very best people, simple.

With safety our number one priority, it's no surprise that our electrical division is all about electrical safety. We're experts in this field, carrying out hundreds of essential Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR's) and other critical inspections, for our customers every single day. What's more, we are a leading specialist Electric Vehicle (EV) charging solutions provider, not only managing the end-to-end installation, but the ongoing routine safety examinations.

The Electrical Estimating Assistant is responsible for creating remedial quotes based on Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs), engineer surveys, follow on works and any other Electrical documentation/certification.

You will be based 5 days a week from our fabulous Electrical office in Preston.

What will you be doing?

As an Electrical Estimating Assistant you will accurately price the repair work required to ensure the property complies with current regulations, supporting the company's commitment to safety and compliance.

You'll be a key member of our team and your responsibilities will include (but not limited to);

Review EICRs to identify faults, defects, or non-compliance issues.
Assist in the preparation detailed and accurate remedial work quotations based on the scope of repairs highlighted in EICRs.
Prepare detailed quotes for internal and external EICR's, Emergency Lighting (EML), Install and follow on works.
Estimate labour, materials, and additional costs associated with repair work.
Liaise with engineers to clarify the scope of work and verify site conditions if required.
Maintain accurate records of quotes and updates in the company's database.
Adhere to company policies and procedures for pricing, reporting, and customer interactions.

As part of our team, you will get:

A minimum standard starting salary of GBP25,000 depending on experience
Company Pension Scheme
Annual salary review
21 days annual leave, increasing each year up to 25 days plus 8 bank holidays
Opportunity for flexible working
Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Discounts and savings via our employee benefits portal
Health and wellbeing support via our Employee Assistance Programme
Company wide volunteering scheme
Fundraising support for your chosen charity

To join our team, you will need:

You don't need heaps of experience to join the team as an Electrical Estimating Assistant just the right attitude, aptitude and appetite for what we do.

Ideally, experience in electrical works on site
Able to work effectively with a variety of key stakeholders at different levels
Good knowledge of BS 7671 regulations
Proven experience in, or knowledge of estimating
Ability to work alone and as part of the wider team effectively, to achieve targets
Excellent problem solving skills
Attention to detail, with a keen eye for accuracy

We want you to be you!

Our focus on diversity, equality and inclusion is here to stay.

Our team is made up of some of the most skilled and talented people and that's what matters to us. At BES Group, we want our people to know that they can be their true authentic selves at work, it really is that simple.

What's more, we're a Real Living Wage employer across our complete business and we are delighted to have pledged our committed to the military community by signing the Armed Forces Covenant.

Go for it! Research suggests that some people tend to only apply for roles if they meet all requirements. If you don't meet every point above, but still feel like you could really help make a difference in this role, please apply, you might be exactly what we're looking for.

To apply for this role, simply click "Apply". We ask for some basic contact information and a CV or your LinkedIn profile, it's that easy! Please note, successful candidates will be required to complete the relevant background checks as part of the recruitment process.

BES Group, where our people and our customers come before everything else.