Estimator - Utilities, M&E, Civils (Engineering & Energy Projects)

JL Renewable Solutions; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in the East Midlands is seeking an Estimator to manage tender enquiries across utilities and civil engineering projects. You will prepare pricing and support commercial decisions, working closely with various teams. Ideal candidates have experience in estimating within utilities or energy sectors and are open to junior, intermediate, or senior levels. This role offers strong visibility and hybrid working options, with significant opportunities for development and career progression.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Involvement in varied projects

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Experience in utilities, civil, or energy sectors is beneficial.
• Ability to produce tenders, cost models, BOQs, and structured estimates.
• Engagement with suppliers and management of RFQs.

Responsibilities

• Manage tender enquiries across utilities, M&E, civils, and energy projects.
• Prepare accurate pricing, costings, BOQs, and rate schedules.
• Review drawings and technical documentation.
• Support pricing strategy and commercial decision-making.

Skills

Analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Project management

Tender preparation

Job description

Estimator – Utilities, M&E, Civils (Engineering & Energy Projects)

Location: East Midlands (Hybrid Available) — Employment: Permanent — Start: ASAP

The Role

• Managing tender enquiries across utilities, M&E, civils, controls and energy projects
• Preparing accurate pricing, costings, BOQs and rate schedules
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and technical documentation
• Supporting pricing strategy, commercial decision‑making and bid governance
• Working closely with commercial, engineering, QS and operational teams
• Helping improve tender turnaround, win rates and commercial discipline
• Contributing to the development of processes and internal estimating capability

This position offers strong visibility within the business and the ability to influence tender outcomes.

About the Business

• Established for over 20 years with long‑term technical leadership
• Delivering engineering, utilities, controls, civil and energy‑related projects
• Designs and manufactures PLC‑based systems and associated equipment
• Works on projects including civils, tunnels, assets, SCADA, BESS and electrical/control installations
• Collaborative, supportive culture with genuine development opportunities
• Hybrid working available (office located in the East Midlands)

What the Business Offers

• Career development and progression opportunities as the commercial team grows
• Exposure to varied and technically interesting projects
• The ability to shape estimating and tender processes
• Direct involvement with senior leadership and decision‑makers
• A fast‑growing engineering environment with long‑term career potential

Ideal Candidate

• Experience in one or more of the following areas is beneficial: utilities, multi‑utilities, DNO or ICP environments
• M&E or building services
• Civils or infrastructure projects
• Controls, SCADA, PLC or BESS
• Energy‑sector estimating
• Producing tenders, cost models, BOQs and structured estimates
• Engaging with suppliers and managing RFQs
• Strong analytical and commercial awareness

The company is open to applicants at junior, intermediate and senior Estimator levels & the business can move quickly for the right individual.

How to Apply

If you are an Estimator looking for a role with progression, stability and involvement in a broad range of engineering and energy projects, please apply now.