Senior Electrical Estimator

JL Renewable Solutions; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive package

Job summary

JL Renewable Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to develop and coordinate complex tenders across HV substations, wind farms and electrical infrastructure in Scotland. The role requires strong estimating/tendering expertise within Power & Renewables and the ability to lead cross‑functional teams through the tender lifecycle.

You will review specifications, manage multiple bids, and support negotiations to ensure comprehensive, commercially sound tender submissions.

Qualifications

• Strong estimating/tendering experience within Power, Renewables, Utilities, Electrical Engineering or major infrastructure.
• Experience as an Estimator, Senior Estimator, Electrical Estimator or Tendering Engineer.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, drawings and Employers' Requirements.
• Experience obtaining and analysing supplier/subcontractor quotations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and cost plans for major Power & Renewables projects.
• Take-offs based on project scopes, drawings and specs.
• Review Electrical Technical Specifications and Employers' Requirements.
• Support Design & Build tenders across HV substations, wind farms and electrical infrastructure.
• Coordinate tender activity across multiple departments.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Identify commercial and technical risks within tender documentation.
• Develop pricing strategies for accurate and comprehensive estimates.
• Prepare technical submissions covering inclusions, exclusions, clarifications and programme requirements.
• Manage multiple tenders simultaneously.
• Attend tender reviews and post-tender meetings.
• Support tender negotiations and clarifications.
• Review feedback from submitted bids.
• Provide detailed handovers to construction and project teams after awards.

Skills

Estimating & tendering

Tender coordination

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Team coordination

Communication skills

Education

Electrical Engineering

Building Services

Quantity Surveying

Construction Economics

Tools

Excel

Estimate software

Job description

Senior Estimator - Power & Renewables - Scotland

Location: Scotland

Permanent | Full-Time

Competitive Salary + Package

JL Renewable Solutions is working with a major engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Estimator for its growing Power & Renewables division in Scotland.

The business is delivering an expanding portfolio of major HV substation, renewable energy and electrical infrastructure projects, creating an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join at an exciting stage of growth.

This position will take responsibility for developing and coordinating complex tenders, working across estimating, engineering, procurement, commercial and project delivery teams.

Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed estimates and cost plans for major Power & Renewables projects.
• Completing take-offs based on project scopes, drawings and specifications.
• Reviewing Electrical Technical Specifications and Employers' Requirements.
• Supporting Design & Build tenders across HV substations, wind farms and electrical infrastructure.
• Managing and coordinating tender activity across multiple departments.
• Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Identifying commercial and technical risks within tender documentation.
• Developing pricing strategies and ensuring estimates are accurate and comprehensive.
• Preparing technical submissions covering inclusions, exclusions, clarifications and programme requirements.
• Managing multiple tenders simultaneously.
• Attending tender review and post-tender meetings.
• Supporting tender negotiations and clarifications.
• Reviewing feedback from submitted bids.
• Providing detailed handovers to construction and project teams following successful contract awards.

About You

• Strong estimating/tendering experience within Power, Renewables, Utilities, Electrical Engineering or major infrastructure.
• Previous experience as an Estimator, Senior Estimator, Electrical Estimator or Tendering Engineer.
• Knowledge of HV electrical infrastructure.
• Experience of substations, grid connections, wind or wider renewable energy projects highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of the construction/project lifecycle.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, drawings and Employers' Requirements.
• Experience obtaining and analysing supplier/subcontractor quotations.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong Excel capability.
• Ability to identify tender risks and opportunities.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams.

A relevant qualification across Electrical Engineering, Building Services, Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or a related discipline would be advantageous.

The Opportunity

You'll be joining an organisation with a strong pipeline of projects across the UK Power & Renewables market and excellent opportunities for continued professional development.

This would suit an experienced Estimator looking to take greater responsibility for complex tenders and potentially progress towards technical, commercial or people leadership.

A competitive salary and wider benefits package are available depending on experience.

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