Estimator

CV-Library • Manchester, Greater Manchester • 3h ago

Estimator – HV Substation Civils & Cabling Works

Location: Manchester Contract Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

The Role

An established specialist civil engineering and high-voltage power contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to join its Manchester-based team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing tender opportunities from initial enquiry through to final submission, with a particular focus on HV/EHV substation civil engineering and high-voltage cable installation works.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator with a background in civil engineering, utilities, power or energy infrastructure to join a growing business delivering technically challenging projects across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

Manage tender enquiries and Invitations to Tender (ITTs) from initial receipt through to final submission.
Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications and commercial requirements.
Prepare accurate first-principles estimates for HV/EHV substation civil works and high-voltage cable installation projects.
Build detailed cost estimates covering labour, plant, materials, subcontractors and other project requirements.
Obtain and assess competitive quotations from suppliers and specialist subcontractors.
Identify potential commercial risks and opportunities within tender documentation.
Coordinate tender queries, programmes and supporting documentation with Contracts Managers and wider internal teams.
Work closely with commercial, operational and technical teams to develop competitive and deliverable tender submissions.
Ensure estimates are accurate, commercially competitive and submitted within required deadlines.

Skills & Experience Required

Ideally 5+ years' experience within an Estimator position.
Previous estimating experience within civil engineering, utilities, power, energy infrastructure or a related sector.
Experience of HV/EHV substations, electrical infrastructure or cable installation projects would be highly advantageous.
Strong knowledge of first-principles estimating.
Good commercial awareness and understanding of construction costs.
Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and construction methodologies.
Experience obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Confident communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a wider team.