Actemium ICP - Tendering & Estimating Engineer

VINCI Construction France; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company specializing in electrical infrastructure as a Tendering and Estimating Engineer. You will be integral to preparing precise cost estimates and competitive tenders while collaborating with various teams in a flexible and innovative environment. This full-time role offers a competitive salary, share scheme, and a strong benefits package in line with the sector's standards.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Share Scheme

EV Car Scheme

Health Shield

Pension

Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in tendering and estimating within the utilities or construction sector.
• Strong understanding of electrical infrastructure projects (LV/HV/EHV).
• Excellent numerical, analytical and commercial skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for electrical infrastructure projects.
• Analyse tender documentation, drawings, and specifications.
• Liaise with internal departments to gather necessary inputs for tendering.

Skills

Tendering and estimating

Electrical infrastructure

Rate cards preparation

Quantity Surveying

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Knowledge of UK electricity regulations

Education

RICS, HNC/HND, or degree in QS or related field

Tools

Candy

Conquest

Job description

Join Actemium ICP as a Tendering and Estimating Engineer!

Location: Midlands (with hybrid/flexible working) | Type: Full-time (37.5 hours/week) | Package: Competitive Salary + Share Scheme + EV Car Scheme + Health Shield + Pension + Benefits

Are you ready to bring your Quantity Surveying expertise to a company that values innovation, responsibility, and teamwork? At Actemium ICP, part of the global VINCI Energies network, we’re looking for a proactive and detail-driven Tendering and Estimating Engineer to help us deliver cutting-edge electrical infrastructure projects.

You’ll play a key role in preparing competitive tenders and cost estimates for new connections and infrastructure works, working alongside a collaborative team that shares your passion for precision and performance.

Job Duties:

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for LV, HV, and EHV electrical infrastructure projects.
• Analyse tender documentation, drawings, and specifications to determine project scope and requirements.
• Complete and maintain rate cards in line with company pricing structures and market trends.
• Draft and issue professional offer letters and tender submissions to clients.
• Liaise with internal departments (design, procurement, delivery) to gather necessary inputs for tendering.
• • Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations to ensure competitiveness and compliance.
• Support post-tender negotiations and handover to project delivery teams.
• Maintain a database of historical costs and tender outcomes to inform future bids.
• Apply Quantity Surveying principles to ensure commercial accuracy and risk mitigation.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in tendering and estimating within the utilities or construction sector, ideally with an ICP.
• Strong understanding of electrical infrastructure projects (LV/HV/EHV).
• Proficient in preparing rate cards and commercial offer letters.
• Quantity Surveying experience or qualifications (e.g., RICS, HNC/HND, or degree in QS or related field).
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and commercial skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software (e.g., Candy, Conquest, or similar).
• Experience working with DNOs or IDNOs.
• Knowledge of UK electricity regulations and standards (e.g., G81, ENA documents)
• Familiarity with NEC or JCT contract frameworks.

Communication fields:

• Internal: Leadership Team, Client Team, Procurement Department, Estimating Team
  and HSEQ department.
  • External: Contractors, Suppliers, Service Providers, Clients, DNOs, IDNOs, andMembers of the public.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Integrity
  • Clear Communication skills
  • Responsibility and Action ownership
  • Risk Management (Identify/Reduce/Remove)
  • Flexibility
  • Enthusiasm
  • Innovation

CLOSING DATE for this advert - 4th July