Estimator

Project Better Energy Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

GP24 Medical

PowerPerks

Cycle to Work

LMS

Apprenticeships

Pension

Wealth Management

Eye Tests

25 days holiday

Job summary

Project Better Energy Ltd in Reading is seeking an Estimating Engineer to join our Commercial Solar division, Photon Energy. You will work with sales and engineering colleagues to create outline designs, price opportunities and prepare customer proposals that balance system performance, cost and ROI.

As your experience grows, you will work across Commercial New Build, Residential New Build and Commercial Retrofit projects. Flexible hours; office three days a week once fully trained.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Graduate-level or 0–2 years' relevant experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Understand client requirements with sales.
• Attend client meetings as needed.
• Create outline solar PV designs and performance simulations.
• Price projects using in-house pricing tool.
• Prepare proposals covering design, price and ROI.
• Represent company professionally.
• Follow HSE, QMS and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Engineering degree

Graduate experience

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Renewable energy basics

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

At Project Better Energy, we’re on a mission to make renewable energy accessible to everyone. We take pride in specialising in all elements of green technology, being the home of Project Solar UK, Project EV, Project CÜRV, EG Solar and Photon Energy. Through working together, our goal is to achieve a carbon net-zero, eco-friendly future by providing high-quality products and services. We are looking for an Estimating Engineer to join our Commercial Solar business, Photon Energy. You will work closely with sales and engineering colleagues to create outline designs, price opportunities and prepare customer proposals that bring together system performance, cost and return on investment. As your experience grows, you will have the opportunity to work across Commercial New Build, Residential New Build and Commercial Retrofit projects. Salary To be confirmed Shift and working hours Flexible working is available. Once fully trained, you will be expected to work in the office three days per week. Location Reading preferred, with Poole or Rochester also available Holiday entitlement To be confirmed Ready to turn technical enquiries into clear, commercially sound solar PV proposals?

Job Requirements

Essential Skills & Experience

• A Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree, or an equivalent qualification.
• Graduate-level experience or up to two years of relevant experience.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
• A basic understanding of renewable energy and genuine enthusiasm for the sector.
• Strong numerical skills and close attention to detail when preparing designs and quotations.
• Clear, respectful communication and the ability to work well with customers and colleagues across different teams.
• A reliable, organised approach, with the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
• An understanding of how accurate, efficient work supports customer satisfaction and commercial performance.

Job Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with the relevant sales colleague to understand each client's requirements.
• Attend client meetings with sales and engineering colleagues when required.
• Create outline solar PV system designs, including design drawings and system performance simulations.
• Price projects from the completed system design using the in-house pricing tool.
• Prepare clear customer proposals covering the design, price and expected return on investment.
• Represent Project Better Energy and promote its products and services professionally.
• Follow company working practices, health and safety procedures, the Quality Management System and all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements.

Job Benefits

Employee Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Confidential support for your wellbeing, including counselling and financial advice.
• MetLife GP24 - Medical support anytime, anywhere
• Exclusive Discount Platform (PowerPerks) - Save on retail, travel, entertainment, and more.
• Cycle to Work Scheme - Stay fit and reduce your carbon footprint while saving on a new bike.
• Learning Management System (LMS) - Access tools and training to support your career progression and personal development.
• Apprenticeship Programmes - Open to all employees looking to upskill or retrain, with tailored pathways to support your long-term development.
• Pension scheme - Investing in your future with a solid retirement plan Helping you save efficiently for the future.
• Daintree Wealth Management (1-2-1 Financial Guidance) - Support with budgeting, saving, pensions, investments, and long-term planning
• Free Eye Tests – Keeping your vision and health in focus.
• 25 days holiday per annun