Estimator

Description

The Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for electrical engineering projects involving transformer upgrades, LV/HV distribution systems, and infrastructure works up to 11kV. The role supports tendering, budget preparation, design development, and commercial decision-making, ensuring proposals are technically compliant, commercially sound, and aligned with client and regulatory requirements.

• Develop cost models, labour norms, and pricing structures for HV/LV electrical activities.
• Maintain cost databases, supplier lists, and performance data.
• Support post-tender negotiations and presentations to clients.
• Perform quantity take-offs from drawings, specifications, and site surveys.
• Review contract documents to identify commercial, technical, and programme risks.
• Produce Bill of Quantities (BOQs), cost breakdowns, and tender price submissions.
• Interpret drawings, single-line diagrams (SLDs), schematics, and technical specifications.
• Prepare complete tender submissions including clarifications, exclusions, and risk registers.
• Advise on material selection, engineering methods, project phasing, and constructability.
• Prepare detailed estimates for projects including:
• Assist in forecasting project costs and assessing financial risks.
• Support value engineering proposals to optimise cost and delivery.
• Coordinate with design, engineering, procurement, and project management teams.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Ensure all estimates comply with relevant standards, including:

Requirements

• 11kV cabling, jointing, terminations, and civil works
• DNO/IDNO specifications
• Experience working with suppliers, subcontractors, and engineering contractors.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of switchgear, transformers, distribution systems, cabling, and substation works.
• BS EN standards
• Proven experience estimating electrical engineering projects (preferably HV/LV distribution up to 11kV).
• Proficient in estimating software, Excel, and MS Office.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance