OHL Estimator – UK wide

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering services provider in the UK is seeking an Overhead Lines Estimator to support their Transmission OHL division. The role involves analyzing tender documentation, preparing compliant costings, and collaborating with subcontractors. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial awareness and experience in the energy sector. This position offers benefits like 25 days of annual leave, health initiatives, and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Ongoing professional training

Gym membership discounts

Death-in-service cover

Employee referral rewards

Responsibilities

• Analyse tender documentation and extract essential project information.
• Prepare compliant costings ensuring all elements are captured.
• Produce prelims in collaboration with subcontractors.
• Develop and maintain the project risk register.
• Create accurate pricing submissions and tender documentation.
• Lead the commercial handover process.

Skills

Tender documentation analysis

Costing preparation

Site visits

Commercial risk assessment

Client relationship building

Job description

Overview

My client is seeking a skilled Overhead Lines Estimator / Senior Estimator to strengthen their growing Transmission OHL division. This role will focus on pre-construction and estimating activities, supporting the expansion of their overhead line portfolio across the UK.

You’ll have the flexibility to be based out of one of their regional offices, with projects covering Scotland, England and Wales. Current and upcoming schemes range from wood pole networks up to 132kV through to steel tower projects from 33kV to 400kV, involving both refurbishment programmes and new build works.

As part of the Transmission team, you’ll work closely with experienced delivery specialists, subcontractors and the wider supply chain to make sure tender submissions are clear, competitive and aligned with client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse tender documentation and extract essential project information
• Prepare compliant costings, ensuring all financial elements and design considerations are captured
• Produce prelims in collaboration with subcontractors and internal teams
• Visit sites where required and compile supporting reports
• Develop and maintain the project risk register
• Create accurate pricing submissions and tender documentation
• Carry out drawing take-offs and provide cost breakdowns
• Support post-tender discussions and financial negotiations
• Assess commercial risks and opportunities during the bid process
• Approve cost elements before financial sign-offs and gateway reviews
• Manage accurate and timely cost information for senior leadership
• Respond to tender clarifications and customer queries effectively
• Lead the commercial handover process with Project Kick-Off documentation
• Ensure smooth transfer of bid information to the project delivery team
• Report on tender status weekly to the Transmission leadership team
• Assist in preparing tender programmes, deliverables and presentations
• Build long-term relationships with client procurement teams and supply chain partners

About the Company

My client is a well-established engineering services provider operating across the energy, power networks and infrastructure sectors. Their expertise spans the full lifecycle, including design, installation, maintenance and emergency response. They support clients across renewables, transmission & distribution, nuclear, rail, highways, and local government projects.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Health & wellbeing initiatives and occupational health support
• Ongoing professional training and career development opportunities
• Gym membership discounts
• Death-in-service cover
• Employee referral rewards

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.