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Location: Washington, North East Hours of Work: 40 hours per week Salary: Competitive + Bonus SchemeJoin our team! We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Sales Manager to join our friendly and hardworking team at our Washington branch. You will be responsible for the growth and maintenance of branch sales in the merchant, local developer & self-build markets as well as producing estimates and offering support to the wider region. We are looking for an individual with natural ability to build a rapport and communicate with customers, providing them with technical knowledge and experience to drive opportunities across our market sector.About us Since 1967, Crendon Timber Engineering has been at the forefront of our industry. With more than 12 sites across the UK and continuing to expand we manufacture high quality Timber Frame, Roof Trusses, Posi-Joists, and a wide range of engineered timber solutions. Were dedicated to supporting our customers, growing our team and giving back to local communities through charity partnershipsYour responsibilities will include but not limited to: Liaise with customers both in person and over the phone to forge strong relationships, delivering high levels of customer service. Organise site and customer visits to generate enquiries, obtain information and support our customers. There will be an expectation to be out of the office on average 2 days per week, the remainder will be office based offering quotations and negotiating orders Interpret customer requirements, providing efficient and professional estimates whilst ensuring cost effectiveness in line with KPIs. Deliver high levels of customer service, advising product availability, delivery dates, transport schedules and product lead times promptly and accurately Proactively chase sales leads and opportunities in line with sales ledgers and KPIs.Skills required but not limited to: Confident written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills required to liaise with colleagues and customers. Good account management skills with both existing customers and development of new opportunities. Full and clean driving license and willing to travel. Able to work as part of a team in an open office environment but also be self-motivated to meet deadlines. Passionate about exceeding customer expectations and providing excellent customer service. Good understanding of I.T (use of Microsoft Office 365 suite). MiTek PAMIR experience preferably. Experience is preferred; however, development Junior and training roles will be considered.What do we offer? We work hard to continuously improve our reward package, taking into consideration the view of every single employee to make sure we remain an industry leader.Some of the highlights of the fantastic benefits and rewards you can expect include: Competitive bonus scheme Comprehensive training opportunities potential to progress within our organization Employee referral scheme (£250 reward) Retail discounts cashback on major retailers Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Long service awards additional leave & up to one months salary Health & wellbeing incentives Purchase annual leave scheme Cycle to work scheme Annual summer event to celebrate our anniversary Free eye testsAt Crendon, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce where everyone feels supported. We believe that a diverse workforce brings a broader range of experiences, ideas and perspectives which helps us grow stronger as an organisation. Our goal is to create a welcoming environment that encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply and thrive within our team. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other legally protected characteristic. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure fairness and transparency, so every candidate has an equal chance to contribute to our mission.TPBN1_UKTJ

We are working with a highly established contractor who are looking for a MEP Bid Manager with solid experience in bid management within the MEP sector to join their team in the North East. In this role, you'll lead all elements of the bid process (capture planning, solution, quality response, commercial/pricing, presentations) from early engagement through to final submission. You'll work closely with colleagues across the business to bring clarity, structure and direction to each bid, ensuring every aspect is thought through and aligned to a robust win strategy. Workload dependant, you will also support their operational teams to satisfy the businesses governance requirements during PCSA / ECI periods of projects up to the value of circa £150m! The role is based in Sunderland and as you will be leading bids across the UK there will be a requirement to travel to/work from other offices as required to support bids, manage internal governance or meet customers and designers. What we will offer you: • Competitive salary & profit share scheme • Flexible working • Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade) • Travel covered to any sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) • Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 6% employers' contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… • Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. • Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity. Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage if successful. If this sounds like a role where you could make a difference, please send your CV to Ben

Head of Sales (B2B), Travel Industry, North East England (Hybrid). Are you a commercially driven sales leader with a passion for winning new business and developing high-performing teams? We're looking for an ambitious Head of Sales to play a key role in shaping the future of a growing travel industry organisation. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives on creating opportunities, building strong industry relationships and delivering measurable commercial results. You'll lead and develop a small sales team while working closely with marketing and senior leadership to identify new markets, generate qualified leads and convert prospects into long-term customers. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver the companywide sales strategy, achieving ambitious commercial targets. Lead, motivate and develop the sales team, driving a high-performance culture and accountability. Generate new business through proactive prospecting, networking, referrals, cold outreach and industry events. Build and manage a strong pipeline of qualified opportunities, ensuring consistent follow-up and conversion. Develop trusted relationships with travel businesses, business owners and senior decision-makers across the UK. Identify customer challenges and present tailored solutions that demonstrate value. Work closely with the marketing team to align campaigns with customer needs, market trends and commercial objectives. Represent the business at industry events, conferences and networking opportunities to raise brand awareness and generate leads. Monitor sales performance, pipeline activity and conversion rates, providing regular reporting and insights to senior leadership. Identify new commercial opportunities, strategic partnerships and routes to market. What We're Looking For Proven success in a senior sales, business development or commercial leadership role within the travel industry. A strong track record of winning new business through proactive sales activity. Experience leading, coaching and developing successful sales teams. Knowledge of the travel industry and an understanding of the challenges facing travel businesses. Excellent relationship-building, negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Experience managing complex sales cycles and building high-quality sales pipelines. Commercially minded, results-focused and comfortable using data to drive decisions. A proactive, hands-on leader with the confidence to challenge, innovate and deliver change. What's on Offer Highly competitive salary in line with and dependant on experience Bonus linked to output and objectives Company pension. Cycle to Work scheme. The opportunity to lead a key commercial function within a growing business. A collaborative leadership team with direct exposure to senior management and the Board. The chance to make a significant impact on business growth and the future direction of the organisation. If you're an experienced sales leader who enjoys opening doors, building relationships and delivering sustainable commercial growth, we'd love to hear from you

Calling All Lecturers & Teachers – Join Our (North East) Supply Team! Are you a passionate Lecturer or Teacher looking for your next opportunity? Whether you're an experienced educator, recently qualified, semi-retired, or simply looking for greater flexibility, we'd love to hear from you. We're recruiting for temporary, long-term and permanent teaching opportunities across a wide range of educational settings, with vacancies available throughout the academic year. We recruit across all subject areas, including: English & Maths Construction & Engineering Health & Social Care Business IT & Computing Hair & Beauty Sport & Public Services Travel & Tourism Hospitality & Catering Animal Care & Agriculture Art & Design Science SEND & Learning Support And many more... Why work with us? Competitive daily rates and salaries Flexible working to suit your lifestyle Short-term, long-term and permanent opportunities Dedicated consultant offering ongoing support Access to roles before they're advertised elsewhere Opportunities within colleges, schools and training providers Whether you're looking for one day a week or a full-time position, we can help find a role that matches your experience, availability and career goals. We're looking for: Lecturers and Teachers from any subject specialism Industry professionals looking to move into education Individuals with teaching qualifications or relevant vocational experience Passionate educators committed to making a difference If you're considering a move or simply want to explore what's available, we'd love to have a confidential conversation. Apply today by sending your CV, and one of our specialist education consultants will be in touch to discuss current opportunities in your area

Our client is a highly established, leading Tier 1 contractor who is looking for a talented Bid Coordinator to join their Pre-Construction team, supporting the planning, coordination and delivery of high-quality bid and tender submissions across a range of sectors. This is a fantastic chance to progress your career as part of a skilled, inclusive and forward-thinking team. You'll work alongside experienced bid professionals and technical specialists, gaining exposure to complex, high-profile projects while helping us create tomorrow together. As a Bid Coordinator you'll play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of bids from initial enquiry through to contract award. Working closely with the Bid Coordinator Lead and wider pre-construction teams, you'll help ensure submissions are accurate, compliant, professionally presented and delivered on time. You'll coordinate information from multiple stakeholders, maintain document control, support governance processes and contribute to the production of compelling bid submissions that align with customer, technical and commercial requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to build your experience across all stages of the bidding process, with clear development pathways towards full bid management responsibility in the future. As Bid Coordinator you will: Support the Bid Coordinator Lead in the preparation, coordination and delivery of bids and tender submissions. Coordinate input from estimating, design, proposals and commercial teams to ensure complete and accurate submissions. Manage tender documentation, templates and filing systems, maintaining robust version control. Prepare and format bid documents, reports and presentations in line with company branding standards. Record, distribute and track tender clarifications, updates and correspondence. Organise bid meetings and support the production of agendas, actions and meeting minutes. Monitor tender programmes and highlight risks, delays or issues to the wider team. Support quality assurance and compliance reviews before submission. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners throughout the bid process. Assist with lessons learned reviews, customer feedback and bid close-out activities. Requirements: Experience within bid coordination, tendering, proposals or a similar work-winning environment. An understanding of pre-construction and bidding processes within the construction, engineering or M&E sectors. Strong organisational and project coordination skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. High levels of accuracy and attention to detail when working to tight deadlines. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and document management systems. A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively across multiple teams. A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving abilities. WHAT THEY OFFER Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade) Travel covered to any sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including Private Medical, Pension with 6% employer contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays and much more Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression Industry-leading family leave benefits including 26 weeks fully paid maternity leave and 12 weeks fully paid paternity leave Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. If you are interested please send your CV to Ben! TPBN1_UKTJ

Our client is a well-established National M&E Contractor who are looking for a Senior Electrical Estimator to join their team whose offices are based in Sunderland, focussing specifically on high profile, Data Centre and Advanced Manufacturing projects on a national basis. Scroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button. This is a great opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team. JOB PURPOSE This role will require you to lead the electrical estimating function for data centre construction projects, ensuring accurate and competitive pricing of electrical systems including power distribution, UPS, generators, and containment. The role supports bid submissions and project planning, contributing to the successful delivery of high-resilience, mission-critical environments. Previous data centre experience is not essential, but preferable. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepare detailed cost estimates for electrical systems including LV/HV distribution, UPS systems, standby generators, containment, and lighting. Quantify materials, labour, equipment, and subcontractor costs specific to data centre environments. Evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations for compliance with technical and commercial requirements. I.e. fire & security systems, lightning & earthing protection. Develop cost breakdowns and summaries for tender submissions, including lifecycle cost considerations. TENDERING & BID MANAGEMENT Attend site visits and pre-bid meetings to assess project scope, constraints, and risk factors. Collaborate with design, commercial, and delivery teams to develop bid strategies aligned with client expectations. Prepare and submit compliant tender documentation, ensuring alignment with client bid management software, and other relevant standards. TECHINAL & COMMERCIAL REVIEW Interpret electrical specifications, drawings, and performance criteria for Tier-rated data centres. Identify value engineering opportunities and alternative solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce cost. Ensure estimates reflect redundancy, scalability, and energy efficiency requirements typical of data centre builds. COLLABORATION & COMMUNICATION Liaise with internal stakeholders including MEP engineers, BIM coordinators, and procurement teams. Maintain strong relationships with specialist suppliers and subcontractors in the data centre sector. Support post-tender negotiations and project handovers with clear documentation and rationale. REPORTING & DOCUMENTATION Maintain accurate records of estimates, assumptions, and pricing sources. Update cost databases with data centre-specific benchmarks and market trends. Provide reporting to senior management on bid performance, win/loss analysis, and market competitiveness WHATS ON OFFER Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade) Travel covered to any sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 6% employers contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. xrnqpay Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity. If you are interested please send your CV to Ben

we are currently recruiting for a time-served electrician with solar experience for a permanent role for a client in Washington. • Work will be a nationwide., • It will be mainly commercial with a mix between roof and ground mount. There will be a small percentage of domestic work., • Standard Mon-Fri full time. Start and finish times can vary depending on travel etc. Not much opportunity for overtime however some weekend work may be offered from time to time., • They will need to assist with mechanical aspects of the job also (installing mounting systems, laying pv panels, tray work etc), • Time served qualified Electrician with an industry recognised Solar PV qualification

Job Title: Business Development Manager – Products & Services (In Vivo) Company: US-based Biotech (via Talentmark) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States | Life Sciences | In Vivo Models | Preclinical Services Talentmark is partnering with a fast-growing, US-headquartered biotech at the forefront of antibody discovery and development. With cutting-edge platforms and a strong global footprint, the business is advancing a diverse pipeline across immuno-oncology, autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, neurology, and metabolic disorders. They are seeking a scientifically minded individual looking to move into a client-facing business development position within the life sciences sector. This opportunity is particularly well suited to a recent PhD graduate or early-career PhD qualified scientist who wants to combine their scientific background with business development, relationship management, and commercial strategy. You’ll gain exposure to a cutting-edge portfolio of in vivo models and preclinical research services spanning immuno-oncology, gene engineering, and translational pharmacology — while working closely with biotech and biopharma companies across Pennsylvania, USA. What You’ll Be Doing: Learning the scientific and commercial aspects of advanced preclinical products and services. Engaging with biotech and pharmaceutical companies to identify new opportunities. Building relationships with scientists and industry stakeholders. Supporting commercial discussions, proposals, and contract negotiations. Representing the business at conferences and scientific events. Supporting brand awareness and market visibility alongside the marketing team.Your Background: PhD (minimum) in a bioscience-related discipline with hands-on experience working with mouse models is essential. Strong interest in moving into a business development career, with proven track record in revenue generation (advantageous). Enjoy building relationships and networking with scientists. Mandarin language skills are preferred but not essential. Willingness to travel for meetings and conferences - Travel expenses covered.This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step beyond the bench and develop a long-term career at the intersection of science and business within an innovative biotech environment. Why Apply? Join a high-growth US biotech Ideal opportunity for scientists looking to move into business development. Work closely with global teams in a highly visible role. Excellent benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, 401K with company match, Life and Death insurance, Paid sick days & Holidays.Apply: It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the USA. Please quote job reference (Apply online only) in all correspondence

The Rewards and Benefits on Offer: Immediate start available Competitive salary and benefits package Collaborative and supportive work environment Free onsite parking Fuel/travel cover Generous holiday allowance MTrecs New Opportunity: MTrec Technical are proudly representing our prestigious engineering client in their 2026 recruitment initiative with the recruitment of a permanent Controls Engineer to strengthen their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is looking to expand their knowledge and skills within an industry leading employer. The Job Youll Do: Design, develop and commission control systems Develop PLC, HMI and SCADA software Configure and integrate multifunction meters, protection relays, PLCs, HMIs, gateways and communications devices. Produce and review I/O schedules, control philosophies, cause and effect documents, and functional design documentation. Interpret electrical schematics, diagrams and layouts. Support the integration of systems using protocols such as Modbus RTU/TCP, Profinet, Profibus, Ethernet/IP and BACnet. Carry out software testing, internal FAT, client FAT and support SAT/commissioning activities. Troubleshoot control system issues during design, manufacture, test and commissioning. Work with electrical design and production teams to ensure controls equipment is correctly specified, installed and wired. Maintain accurate software records, backups, revision control and project documentation. Provide technical support to clients, site teams and internal departments where required. Occasionally travel to client sites for commissioning, fault finding and project support. About You: HNC/HND or degree in Electrical, Electronic, Control Systems or Automation Engineering, or equivalent industry experience. Experience in a Controls Engineer, PLC Engineer, Automation Engineer or similar role. Strong electrical understanding Experience with at least one major PLC platform, such as Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, Schneider or Mitsubishi based systems. Experience developing HMI or SCADA systems. Ability to read and understand electrical schematics, control circuits and panel wiring diagrams. Familiarity with industrial communications protocols Practical troubleshooting skills and a hands-on approach. Good communication skills and the ability to work with design, production, test and site teams TPBN1_UKTJ

Gas Engineer (Commercial / Regional Patch) £42,000-£47,000 (OTE £55,000-£65,000) + Overtime + Door-to-door pay + Company Van + Fuel Card + Flexible Hours + Training + Qualification Support + Progression + Company Benefits Sunderland - with regional travel Are you a Gas Engineer from a Commercial background looking for a varied role working on specialist Spray booths for a range of blue-chip clients across a regional patch within a leading company known for looking after and developing their staff who offer door-to-door pay and uncapped overtime to greatly increase your earnings? This industry-leading company are a manufacturer and distributor of spray booths for a broad range of clients across numerous industries including automotive, aerospace and rail. They have seen continual growth in the past 30 years and due to an ever increasing workload are looking to grow their friendly team. This varied role will see you working autonomously as you carry out a range of PPM in addition to some reactive breakdown work, upgrades and component installation on specialist spray booths. You will cover a regional patch (primarily across the North East), working a 40 hour week with any overtime and further travel paid at 1.5x. This exciting role would suit a Gas Engineer from an background looking to join a leading company who offer specialist training, the chance to greatly increase your earnings and to continually progress to senior roles. The Role: Carry out planned servicing and breakdown repair on spray booths Hands on role including some working at height Undertake a range of associated maintenance work Covering a regional patch around the North East Door-to-door pay and generously paid, uncapped overtime (1.5x) over 40 hours The Person: Gas Engineer or similar Commercial qualifications / experience Based near Sunderland- Full Driving Licence Commercial, Gas, Service, Engineer, HVAC, Gas Safe, ACS, Maintenance, Regional, Door-to-door, Bespoke, Field, COCN1, CODNCO1, North East, Newcastle, Middlesborough, Doncaster, York, Sunderland Reference number: BBBH26559 If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website. TPBN1_UKTJ

We are working with a highly established, leading Tier 1 contractor who are looking for someone with solid experience in bid management within the construction and / or MEP sector to join their North East team as a Senior Bid Manager / Pre-Construction Manager! In this role, you'll lead all elements of the bid process (capture planning, solution, quality response, commercial/pricing, presentations) from early engagement through to final submission. You'll work closely with colleagues across the business to bring clarity, structure and direction to each bid, ensuring every aspect is thought through and aligned to a robust win strategy. You will also support the operational teams to satisfy the businesses governance requirements during the PCSA / ECI periods of large value projects. As you will be leading bids across the UK there will also be a requirement to regularly travel to/work from other offices. Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage What they will offer you: Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade) Travel covered to any sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 6% employers' contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity. If you are interested please send your CV to Ben! TPBN1_UKTJ

We are working with a highly established contractor who are looking for a MEP Bid Manager with solid experience in bid management within the MEP sector to join their team in the North East. In this role, you'll lead all elements of the bid process (capture planning, solution, quality response, commercial/pricing, presentations) from early engagement through to final submission. You'll work closely with colleagues across the business to bring clarity, structure and direction to each bid, ensuring every aspect is thought through and aligned to a robust win strategy. Workload dependant, you will also support their operational teams to satisfy the businesses governance requirements during PCSA / ECI periods of projects up to the value of circa £150m! The role is based in Sunderland and as you will be leading bids across the UK there will be a requirement to travel to/work from other offices as required to support bids, manage internal governance or meet customers and designers. What we will offer you: • Competitive salary & profit share scheme, • Flexible working, • Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade), • Travel covered to any sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates), • Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 6% employers' contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more…, • Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression., • Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity. Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage if successful. If this sounds like a role where you could make a difference, please send your CV to Ben

About the Role This role would suit a Control Systems Engineer with a strong electrical background who is comfortable working with PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, metering equipment and communications networks. You’ll be involved in the full project lifecycle, from reviewing specifications and developing control philosophies through to software development, FAT, commissioning support and client handover. The role will focus heavily on the integration of power management systems, energy monitoring systems, generator controls, ATS schemes, metering, load shedding and switchboard control systems. Working under the directive of the Engineering Manager you’ll work closely with our electrical design, production, test and site teams to deliver practical, reliable and well-documented control solutions. Primary Responsibilities • Design, develop and commission control systems for LV switchgear and associated power management systems. • Develop PLC, HMI and SCADA software for switchboard control, generator control, ATS systems, load shedding and energy monitoring applications., • Configure and integrate multifunction meters, protection relays, PLCs, HMIs, gateways and communications devices., • Produce and review I/O schedules, control philosophies, cause and effect documents, network layouts and functional design documentation. • Interpret electrical schematics, control wiring diagrams and switchboard layouts., • Support the integration of systems using protocols such as Modbus RTU/TCP, Profinet, Profibus, Ethernet/IP and BACnet., • Carry out software testing, internal FAT, client FAT and support SAT/commissioning activities., • Troubleshoot control system issues during design, manufacture, test and commissioning., • Work with electrical design and production teams to ensure controls equipment is correctly specified, installed and wired. • Maintain accurate software records, backups, revision control and project documentation. • Provide technical support to clients, site teams and internal departments where required., • Occasionally travel to client sites for commissioning, fault finding and project support. Key Requirements • HNC/HND or degree in Electrical, Electronic, Control Systems or Automation Engineering, or equivalent industry experience. • Experience in a Controls Engineer, PLC Engineer, Automation Engineer or similar role., • Strong electrical understanding, ideally within LV switchgear, power distribution, generators, industrial control panels or building services infrastructure. • Experience with at least one major PLC platform, such as Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, Schneider, Mitsubishi or Codesys-based systems., • Experience developing HMI or SCADA systems., • Ability to read and understand electrical schematics, control circuits and panel wiring diagrams. • Familiarity with industrial communications protocols such as Modbus RTU/TCP, Profinet, Profibus, Ethernet/IP or BACnet., • Good understanding of relays, contactors, CTs, meters, MCCBs, ACBs and general switchgear components. • Practical troubleshooting skills and a hands-on approach., • Good communication skills and the ability to work with design, production, test and site teams. Desirable (but not essential) • Experience with power management systems or energy monitoring systems., • Experience with generator control systems, ATS schemes or load shedding., • Experience with Deep Sea, ComAp, Socomec, Schneider, ABB or similar control/protection equipment., • Experience with motor control, VSDs, and protection relays, • Knowledge of LV switchgear standards such as BS EN IEC 61439., • Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN or similar electrical design packages., • 18th Edition qualification., • Experience commissioning systems on client sites., • Valid CSCS or ECS card. What We Offer • Competitive salary and benefits package including private healthcare and health cash plan policy, • 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, • Company pension scheme, • Sponsorship towards professional development and training opportunities, • A collaborative and supportive work culture

Our client is a well-established National M&E Contractor who are looking for a Senior Electrical Estimator to join their team whose offices are based in Sunderland, focussing specifically on high profile, Data Centre and Advanced Manufacturing projects on a national basis. This is a great opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team. JOB PURPOSE This role will require you to lead the electrical estimating function for data centre construction projects, ensuring accurate and competitive pricing of electrical systems including power distribution, UPS, generators, and containment. The role supports bid submissions and project planning, contributing to the successful delivery of high-resilience, mission-critical environments. Previous data centre experience is not essential, but preferable. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepare detailed cost estimates for electrical systems including LV/HV distribution, UPS systems, standby generators, containment, and lighting. Quantify materials, labour, equipment, and subcontractor costs specific to data centre environments. Evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations for compliance with technical and commercial requirements. I.e. fire & security systems, lightning & earthing protection. Develop cost breakdowns and summaries for tender submissions, including lifecycle cost considerations. TENDERING & BID MANAGEMENT Attend site visits and pre-bid meetings to assess project scope, constraints, and risk factors. Collaborate with design, commercial, and delivery teams to develop bid strategies aligned with client expectations. Prepare and submit compliant tender documentation, ensuring alignment with client bid management software, and other relevant standards. TECHINAL & COMMERCIAL REVIEW Interpret electrical specifications, drawings, and performance criteria for Tier-rated data centres. Identify value engineering opportunities and alternative solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce cost. Ensure estimates reflect redundancy, scalability, and energy efficiency requirements typical of data centre builds. COLLABORATION & COMMUNICATION Liaise with internal stakeholders including MEP engineers, BIM coordinators, and procurement teams. Maintain strong relationships with specialist suppliers and subcontractors in the data centre sector. Support post-tender negotiations and project handovers with clear documentation and rationale. REPORTING & DOCUMENTATION Maintain accurate records of estimates, assumptions, and pricing sources. Update cost databases with data centre-specific benchmarks and market trends. Provide reporting to senior management on bid performance, win/loss analysis, and market competitiveness WHATS ON OFFER Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade) Travel covered to any sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 6% employers contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity. If you are interested please send your CV to Ben TPBN1_UKTJ