33kV Estimator

Adler & Allan Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution after qualifying

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Medicash Healthcare

Death in Service / Life Assurance

Excellent career progression &培训机会

Flexible working options available

Job summary

Adler & Allan Ltd seeks a 33kV Estimator & Technical Lead to build our EHV capability and secure new opportunities across nationwide projects. You will prepare detailed cost estimates for up to 33kV electrical infrastructure, collaborating with CPOs, IDNOs and developers to ensure technically compliant, commercially competitive bids.

In this role you’ll shape pricing models, processes and the commercial framework for our 33kV offerings, with influence on future strategy and close coordination

Qualifications

• Proven estimating experience within the ICP/IDNO/DNO electricity infrastructure sector.
• Strong understanding of connections and ICP delivery models.
• Experience bid writing and tendering projects up to 11kV & 33kV.
• Knowledge of the DNO and IDNO connection processes.
• Experience with primary substations and EHV connections.
• Experience reviewing technical designs and construction specifications.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify risk and margin opportunities.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Experience using estimating software and strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed tender documents and submissions for electrical infrastructure projects up to 33kV
• Include tender clarifications, exclusions, assumptions and qualifications
• Evaluation of tender enquiry documentation received from clients and ensure all relevant/correct information has been provided - reviewing scope, requirements and technical specifications
• Maintain excellent working relationships with existing clients as well as developing new relationships
• Attending Pre-Construction meetings with Operations & Project Management team when bids are successful and PO's issued
• Develop accurate cost models including: Civils works, cable installation, substation construction, long-lead time equipment, commissioning activities & permitting costs
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors
• Liaise with Pre-Construction & Project Management team to ensure estimates are practical and deliverable
• Assist in the development of Utility Line's estimating systems, procedures and commercial frameworks for EHV projects
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of industry standards, DNO requirements and ICP market developments.

Skills

Estimating experience

ICP/IDNO/DNO knowledge

Tendering & bid writing

DNO/IDNO processes

EHV substations knowledge

Numerical & analytical skills

Estimating software

Advanced Excel skills

Commercial awareness

Tools

Estimating software

Cost modelling tools

Job description

33kV Estimator & Technical Lead
Knebworth - Nationwide Coverage
Permanent, full-time
Competitive salary plus benefits

Utility Line are a specialist in connecting businesses to the electricity grid at scale. Having successfully developed a strong reputation in the LV & 11kV market, we are now embarking on an exciting strategic expansion to achieve and utilise our 33kV accreditation.

As part of this growth, we are seeking an experienced 33kV Estimator to play a pivotal role in building our EHV capability, securing new business opportunities, and helping establish Utility Line as a trusted provider of 33kV infrastructure projects.

This role will be responsible for producing accurate, commercially competitive and technically compliant estimates for electrical infrastructure projects up to 33kV. Working closely with CPO's, IDNO's and developers, the successful candidate will support Utility Line's expansion, while helping develop pricing models, processes and commercial strategies. This is a key position within Utility Line and will offer significant influence in shaping our future 33kV offering.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed tender documents and submissions for electrical infrastructure projects up to 33kV
• Include tender clarifications, exclusions, assumptions and qualifications
• Evaluation of tender enquiry documentation received from clients and ensure all relevant/correct information has been provided - reviewing scope, requirements and technical specifications
• Maintain excellent working relationships with existing clients as well as developing new relationships
• Attending Pre-Construction meetings with Operations & Project Management team when bids are successful and PO's issued
• Develop accurate cost models including: Civils works, cable installation, substation construction, long-lead time equipment, commissioning activities & permitting costs
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors
• Liaise with Pre-Construction & Project Management team to ensure estimates are practical and deliverable
• Assist in the development of Utility Line's estimating systems, procedures and commercial frameworks for EHV projects
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of industry standards, DNO requirements and ICP market developments.

Qualifications

• Proven estimating experience within the ICP/IDNO/DNO electricity infrastructure sector
• Strong understanding of connections and ICP delivery models
• Experience bid writing and tendering projects up to 11kV & 33kV
• Knowledge of the DNO and IDNO connection processes
• Experience with primary substations and EHV connections
• Experience reviewing technical designs and construction specifications
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify risk and margin opportunities
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Experience using estimating software and strong Excel skills

Additional Information

Why work for us?

• Pension contribution after qualifying period
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Medicash Healthcare
• Death in Service / Life Assurance
• Excellent career progression & training opportunities
• Flexible working options available

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.