Senior EHV Cost Estimator

Freedom; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom is seeking a Senior EHV Cost Estimator to join their team and lead on delivering accurate estimations for electrical connection projects across the UK. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in DNO networks and a background in electrical or power engineering, ensuring project specifications are met efficiently. The role offers competitive salary and benefits, including a car allowance and personal development programs.

Benefits

Car/Car allowance

25 days holiday

Private Medical Insurance

Flexible benefits

Pension with up to 8% employer contribution

Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)

Employee Assistance Program for mental health support

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating electrical and civil engineering projects.
• A proven track record in cost estimation.
• Ability to prepare detailed quotations from specifications and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead in surveying/pricing new Connection Projects.
• Prepare quotations within defined time periods.
• Evaluate risks and potential problems during site assessments.

Skills

Knowledge of Overhead EHV/Transmission installations

Estimating and project management skills

Technical solutions proficiency

Education

Formal training in Electrical Engineering or Power Engineering

Job description

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Permanent

Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits

Summary

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

UK wide / Flexible

Permanent

Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits

Summary

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

As a EHV Senior Cost Estimator you will take the lead on surveying/pricing new Connection Projects and be responsible for managing and delivering accurate, tailored estimates in a timely efficient manner. The Estimator is a key player in driving company growth by ensuring enquiries are dealt with efficiently whilst being accurate and adhering to the client’s specification.

You will need to demonstrate knowledge and experience of working/pricing local DNO networks and/or National Grid projects including ICP and IDNO connections. Typical projects/pricing will incorporate Scaffolding, Trackway, Traffic management, Materials, plant, equipment and Resources.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

• Preparation of quotations from specifications and drawings within defined time periods
• On site Surveys/site assessments and evaluate any risks and potential problems/financial delivery damages
• Evaluations of options or alternatives
• Responsible for the checking of accuracy and completeness of 3rd party documents and engineering specifications
• In conjunction with procurement, liaise with sub-contractors and suppliers to obtain the best available quotations
• Produce formal quotation documentation
• Liaising with operational colleagues
• Attend handover meetings were required and explain project scope, estimate, clarifications and assumptions.
  
  

What we’re looking for:

• A detailed knowledge of Overhead EHV/Transmission installations, overhead conductors, insulators etc.
• Previous experience of a estimating role or delivery background involving exposure to a wide range of National Grid or DNO/IDNO/ICP connections projects
• Formal training in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering or other relevant subject would be advantageous.
• A proven track record in providing technical solutions and costing for an electrical and civil engineering environment
• A full driving licence
  
  

Benefits:

We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes:

• Car/Car allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
• Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
• 25 days holiday
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Private Medical Insurance
• Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice)
• Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes.
• Personal development programme
  
  

Next Steps:

As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.

We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

About Us

Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.

Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies

Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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