Senior 132kV Estimator (Hybrid) - Grid Tenders

Mint Selection | B Corp; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mint Selection | B Corp is seeking an experienced 132kV Estimator for a growing grid connections business in the UK. The role focuses on pricing 132kV substations and cable routes, from initial drawing review to bid submission, with hybrid working from Sheffield and site travel as needed.

You will generate accurate estimates, support bid clarity, and collaborate with design, commercial and delivery teams to translate a strong project pipeline into secured work.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating HV/EHV project tenders and pricing substation and cable routes.
• Experience producing take-offs, BOQs and full priced estimates for grid connections.
• Familiarity with contestable connections, NERS or G99 is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documents, drawings, specs and offers to understand scope, risk and programme.
• Produce detailed estimates for 132kV substations, cable routes and civils on turnkey projects.
• Take-offs and Bills of Quantities for electrical, civil and installation packages.
• Obtain, review and level supplier and subcontractor quotations to ensure full scope coverage.
• Identify risks and opportunities and include appropriate allowances.
• Prepare cost plans, estimate summaries and clarifications for bid reviews.
• Coordinate with design, commercial and delivery teams to ensure buildable solutions.
• Manage multiple tenders, meeting submission deadlines with accuracy.
• Maintain and improve estimating databases, cost libraries and pricing tools.
• Support post-tender clarifications and handover to delivery teams.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Strong communication

Deadline management

Project management

Tools

Excel

Digital estimating tools

Job description

Mint Selection | B Corp is seeking an experienced 132kV Estimator for a growing grid connections business in the UK. The role focuses on pricing 132kV substations and cable routes, from initial drawing review to bid submission, with hybrid working from Sheffield and site travel as needed.

You will generate accurate estimates, support bid clarity, and collaborate with design, commercial and delivery teams to translate a strong project pipeline into secured work.