Senior EHV Cost Estimator

NG Bailey; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the UK is seeking a Senior EHV Cost Estimator to lead pricing and estimating for new connection projects. This role involves surveying, managing estimates, and collaborating with teams to drive company growth. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with electrical installations and knowledge of key industry standards.

Benefits

Car/Car allowance and salary sacrifice scheme for vehicles

Pension with up to 8% employer contribution

25 days holiday

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits including dental insurance, gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating roles in electrical engineering environments.
• Proven track record in pricing for complex projects.
• Full driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quotations based on specifications and drawings in timeframes.
• Conduct on-site surveys and assess risks.
• Collaborate with procurement for competitive quotations.

Skills

Knowledge of Overhead EHV/Transmission installations

Estimating for National Grid or DNO/IDNO/ICP projects

Technical solutions and costing in electrical engineering

Education

Formal training in Electrical or Power Engineering

Job description

Senior EHV Cost Estimator 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 a Senior EHV Cost Estimator, you will lead on surveying and pricing new Connection Projects, managing and delivering accurate estimates efficiently. You will play a key role in driving company growth by ensuring enquiries are handled effectively, accurately, and in accordance with client specifications.

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

Key Responsibilities

1. Prepare quotations from specifications and drawings within set timeframes.
2. Conduct on-site surveys and assessments, evaluating risks and potential issues.
3. Evaluate options or alternatives.
4. Check accuracy and completeness of third-party documents and specifications.
5. Collaborate with procurement to obtain competitive quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
6. Produce formal quotation documentation.
7. Liaise with operational colleagues.
8. Participate in handover meetings to clarify project scope, estimates, and assumptions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Detailed knowledge of Overhead EHV/Transmission installations.
• Experience in estimating roles or delivery backgrounds involving National Grid or DNO/IDNO/ICP projects.
• Formal training in Electrical or Power Engineering is advantageous.
• Proven track record in technical solutions and costing in electrical and civil engineering environments.
• Full driving license.

Benefits

• Car/Car allowance and salary sacrifice scheme for 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 including dental insurance, gym memberships, and more.

Next Steps

We value an inclusive culture where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We will outline the recruitment process in advance and accommodate your needs during application and interviews.

About Us: Freedom is part of the NG Bailey Group, a leading UK engineering and services business established in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3,000 employees. We focus on developing our people through training and progression, working across various sectors in building and infrastructure.

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