Estimator

Job Description:

Our client. provide an end-to-end service, delivering solutions in electricity transmission, electricity distribution, renewable energy, EV charging, metering and home decarbonisation.  

They are now looking for a talented Estimator for their OHL/Powerline division.

You will be working on both projects that support the drive to net zero and projects required to maintain & upgrade the existing network infrastructure

This will involve high voltage overhead powerline (OHL) schemes.

You'll collaborate with Bid Managers, Project Development Managers, Pre Contract Construction Managers, design teams, and the commercial team.  This role is a hybrid position, 2-3 days per week at the office (Annesley, Nottinghamshire).

Day to day tasks will include:

• Scope and risk identification
• Assist bids manager with kick-off meetings and bids programme
• Collaborate with procurement and commercial departments
• Understand and challenge project solutions
• Analyse supply chain quotations and benchmark costs
• Prepare tender prices in Excel and review with senior management (there may be a client driven requirement to use Candy software in the future)
• Prepare client pricing documents and assist with post-submission presentations
• Maintain professional working relationships 

What you’ll bring

• Previous experience in infrastructure projects (essential)
• Previous experience in 400kV overhead line estimating (preferrable)
• Basic understanding of engineering/construction technology and terminology
• Ability to read and understand engineering specifications and drawings
• Basic understanding of contractual terminology
• Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines
• An attention to detail, pro-active, organised and methodical approach to work
• Flexibility in terms of working hours

In return they offer excellent salary and benefits packages