Estimator

Force Recruitment; Oldham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare competitive tenders for EHV/HV cabling projects. The ideal candidate will have previous estimating experience in power or HV cabling, strong analytical and numerical skills, and the ability to interpret technical drawings. The role offers competitive salary and the opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure projects with a supportive team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity to work on high-profile tenders

Strong career prospects

Qualifications

• Previous estimating experience within power, utilities, or HV cabling.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills required.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed cost estimates for EHV/HV cabling projects.
• Reviewing technical drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Producing tender submissions and supporting bid documents.
• Engaging with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations.
• Working closely with commercial, engineering, and operations teams.

Skills

Estimating experience in power or HV cabling

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Ability to interpret technical drawings

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Estimating software/tools

Job description

About the Company

Force Recruitment are partnering with a well respected multi-utility and civil engineering contractor with an expanding presence in the Extra High Voltage (EHV) and HV cabling sector. With continued growth and new project awards, they are seeking an experienced Estimator to support tendering across major power and infrastructure schemes.

Role Overview

The Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and commercially sound tenders for EHV/HV cabling and associated civil engineering projects. This role requires excellent attention to detail and the ability to evaluate complex technical information.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed cost estimates for EHV/HV cabling projects
• Reviewing technical drawings, specifications, and project requirements
• Producing tender submissions and supporting bid documents
• Engaging with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations
• Supporting value engineering and cost-saving initiatives
• Working closely with commercial, engineering, and operations teams
• Ensuring all estimations comply with internal procedures and client requirements

About You

• Previous estimating experience within power, utilities, or HV cabling
• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Confident communicator with strong commercial awareness
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet tender deadlines
• Experience with estimating software/tools is a bonus

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary + package (DOE)
• Opportunity to work on high-profile national infrastructure tenders
• A supportive commercial team and strong long-term career prospects

If this role is of interest to you, please get in touch with contact details shown below.

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