Senior EHV Cost Estimator

Freedom Group; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK seeks an experienced Operational Estimator to lead surveying and pricing of new Connection Projects. The role involves managing accurate estimates, conducting site surveys, and collaborating with operational teams. Benefits include a competitive salary, car allowance, and flexible benefits.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicles)

Pension with up to 8% employer contribution

25 days holiday

Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits such as Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax-Free Bikes

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating or delivery roles involving National Grid or DNO/IDNO/ICP connection projects.
• Proven ability to provide technical solutions and costing in electrical and civil engineering environments.

Responsibilities

• Preparing quotations from specifications and drawings within set timeframes.
• Conducting on-site surveys and assessments, evaluating risks and potential issues.
• Liaising with procurement, sub-contractors, and suppliers for quotations.

Skills

Knowledge of Overhead EHV/Transmission installations

Technical solutions in electrical engineering

Education

Formal training in Electrical or Power Engineering

Job description

13 May 2025

UK Wide / Flexible

Permanent

Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits

Summary

Freedom Network Services is currently recruiting an experienced Operational Estimator to compile comprehensive estimations in line with supplied documentation and current standards.

As an EHV Senior Cost Estimator, you will lead surveying and pricing of new Connection Projects, managing and delivering accurate, tailored estimates efficiently. The estimator plays a key role in driving company growth by ensuring enquiries are handled efficiently, accurately, and in accordance with client specifications.

You should have knowledge and experience working with or pricing local DNO networks and/or National Grid projects, including ICP and IDNO connections. Typical projects will include scaffolding, trackway, traffic management, materials, plant, equipment, and resources.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Preparing quotations from specifications and drawings within set timeframes.
2. Conducting on-site surveys and assessments, evaluating risks and potential issues.
3. Evaluating options or alternatives.
4. Checking accuracy and completeness of third-party documents and engineering specifications.
5. Liaising with procurement, sub-contractors, and suppliers for quotations.
6. Collaborating with operational colleagues.
7. Attending handover meetings to explain project scope, estimates, clarifications, and assumptions.

Requirements:

• In-depth knowledge of Overhead EHV/Transmission installations, conductors, insulators, etc.
• Experience in estimating or delivery roles involving National Grid or DNO/IDNO/ICP connection projects.
• Formal training in Electrical or Power Engineering is advantageous.
• Proven ability to provide technical solutions and costing in electrical and civil engineering environments.
• Full driving license.

Our benefits include:

• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicles)
• Pension with up to 8% employer contribution
• 25 days holiday
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental health and well-being
• Flexible benefits such as Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax-Free Bikes

Next Steps:

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful culture. If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform us. About Us: Freedom is part of the NG Bailey Group, a leading independent engineering and services business in the UK, founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3,000 employees. We focus on developing our people through training and support, working on innovative projects across sectors.