Senior Electrical Estimator — Power & Renewables

Kirby Group Engineering; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Negotiable package

Job summary

Kirby Group Engineering is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to lead estimation efforts for complex projects in the power and renewables sectors. You will guide takeoffs, engage with design and project teams, and drive tender submissions to meet schedules and quality standards.

You will manage multiple tenders, assess risks, and mentor a growing estimating team while collaborating with cross-functional groups to ensure successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• 3rd level qualification in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Construction Economics, Quantity Surveying or similar.
• Experience in Power and Renewables preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates by compiling takeoffs from scope of work and entering into estimating systems.
• Read Electrical Technical Specifications and Employers Requirements for proposed designs.
• Lead tendering process coordination across departments and timely submission of tenders.
• Support technical submissions with inclusions, exclusions, clarifications and program of works.
• Manage multiple projects and communicate risks and solutions to the bid team.
• Attend post-tender meetings and explain estimate scope at project handover.

Skills

Electrical estimation

Reading specifications

Bid/tender management

Team leadership

Risk assessment

Effective communication

Education

3rd level qualification in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Kirby Group Engineering is seeking a Senior Electrical Estimator to lead estimation efforts for complex projects in the power and renewables sectors. You will guide takeoffs, engage with design and project teams, and drive tender submissions to meet schedules and quality standards.

You will manage multiple tenders, assess risks, and mentor a growing estimating team while collaborating with cross-functional groups to ensure successful project delivery.