Estimator

Description

As an ICP Estimator, you will play a key role in producing accurate and commercially sound estimates for utility infrastructure projects. You’ll work closely with clients, DNOs/IDNOs, civils contractors, and internal teams to scope, price, and submit tenders for HV/LV connections, diversions, and new networks.

• Coordinate with Procurement, Delivery, and Engineering teams to ensure accurate cost build-ups.
• Analyse client specifications, drawings, and DNO/IDNO requirements to build complete pricing models.
• Support business development with pre-sales technical and pricing input.
• Liaise with DNOs, IDNOs, and stakeholders to validate technical assumptions and obtain scope confirmations.
• Assist in project handovers to ensure smooth mobilisation.
• Collaborate with civils contractors to cost and plan cable routes and substation builds.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of G81 specifications, NERS requirements, and ENA documentation.
• Manage tender submissions, PQQs, and quotations in line with commercial governance.
• Continuously improve pricing templates and quotation formats.
• Conduct site visits and scoping surveys to inform pricing strategy.
• Produce detailed estimates for ICP works including HV/LV connections, point of connection applications, and diversions.
• Apply approved pricing schedules and markups to maintain margin consistency.
• Maintain pricing logs and contribute to pipeline forecasting.

Requirements

• Ability to manage multiple tenders under tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with UK G81 specifications and ENA documentation.
• Strong understanding of DNO/IDNO frameworks and Point of Connection processes.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Proactive, adaptable, and detail-oriented.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Proven experience estimating for ICP or utility infrastructure projects.
• Commercial awareness of cost build-up and risk management.
• Working knowledge of CDM and Health & Safety regulations.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook, and estimation software.

Benefits

• Death in Service cover
• Long-service awards
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Optical eye-care vouchers
• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
• Additional leave for long service (up to 5 extra days)
• Pension scheme
• Birthday day-off

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance