HV Substation Estimator – Civil & Cabling

Vital Human Resources; Ringway; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Benefits package

Job summary

Vital Human Resources seeks an experienced Estimator for HV Substation Civils & Cabling Works in Manchester. You will manage end-to-end tenders for HV/EHV civil works and cable installation, preparing accurate first-principles estimates while coordinating with commercial, operational and technical teams.

The role requires strong interpretation of drawings and specifications, with a focus on delivering competitive, deliverable bids within deadlines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in an Estimator role.
• Experience in civil engineering, utilities, power, energy infrastructure or related sectors.
• Experience with HV/EHV substations or electrical infrastructure projects is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of first-principles estimating.
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of construction costs.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and methodologies.
• Experience obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage tender inquiries and ITTs from receipt to final submission.
• Review drawings, specifications and commercial requirements.
• Prepare first-principles estimates for HV/EHV substation civil works and cable installation.
• Build detailed cost estimates covering labour, plant, materials, and subcontractors.
• Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities within tender documents.
• Coordinate tender queries and supporting docs with Contracts Managers and teams.
• Collaborate with commercial, operational and technical teams to deliver submissions.
• Ensure timely, accurate and competitive tender submissions.

Skills

Estimating

Tendering

First-principles estimating

Construction costs

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Vital Human Resources seeks an experienced Estimator for HV Substation Civils & Cabling Works in Manchester. You will manage end-to-end tenders for HV/EHV civil works and cable installation, preparing accurate first-principles estimates while coordinating with commercial, operational and technical teams.

The role requires strong interpretation of drawings and specifications, with a focus on delivering competitive, deliverable bids within deadlines.