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

JL Renewable Solutions; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering firm is seeking an Estimator to support an expanding workload in the East Midlands. This role involves managing tender enquiries, preparing accurate pricing, and reviewing documentation across various engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in utilities, M&E, civils, or energy sectors, and a keen analytical mindset. The company offers career progression, exposure to a range of projects, and a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Exposure to varied projects

Direct involvement with senior leadership

Qualifications

• Experience in utilities, multi-utilities, or ICP environments is beneficial.
• Experience in producing tenders, cost models, BOQs, and structured estimates.
• Engaging with suppliers and managing RFQs.

Responsibilities

• Manage tender enquiries across utilities, M&E, civils, and energy projects.
• Prepare accurate pricing, costings, BOQs, and rate schedules.
• Review drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.

Skills

Utilities

M&E or building services

Civils or infrastructure projects

Controls, SCADA, PLC or BESS

Energy-sector estimating

Analytical and commercial awareness

Job description

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

Location : East Midlands (Hybrid Available)

Employment : Permanent

Start : ASAP

A growing engineering business is looking to appoint an Estimator to support its expanding workload across Utilities, M&E, Civils, Controls, SCADA and BESS projects. This is a strong opportunity for an Estimator looking for progression, variety and direct access to senior leadership.

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