Senior P&R Estimator – Full Time – Glasgow

Catering; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Catering, based in Glasgow, is seeking an experienced Senior P&R Estimator to join the growing Power & Renewables team. You will manage estimating and tendering from enquiry through submission and handover, supporting major electrical infrastructure projects.

The role requires 5+ years in construction or renewables, a qualification in electrical engineering or related field, strong IT skills, and the ability to coordinate cross‑functional inputs to deliver accurate, commercial tenders

Qualifications

• Third-level qualification in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years' experience in construction, electrical infrastructure or renewables.
• 2+ years' in a Senior Electrical Estimator role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate estimating and tendering from enquiry through submission and handover.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, commercial and construction teams to develop estimates.
• Prepare detailed estimates and quantity take-offs based on project scope and tender docs.
• Review tenders for inclusions, exclusions, assumptions and programmes.
• Identify risks and mitigation strategies and communicate them to the bid team.
• Support handover of awarded projects to the Construction Team.

Skills

Electrical estimating

Tendering

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Excel

Attention to detail

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior P&R Estimator

Location: Glasgow

Salary: £75,000-£85,000 per annum

Sector: Power & Renewables

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Senior P&R Estimator - Glasgow - £75,000-£85,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior P&R Estimator to join a growing business operating across the Power & Renewables sector.

Based in Glasgow, this is a key role within the estimating function, supporting the delivery of high-quality, commercially robust tenders for major electrical infrastructure projects, including HV substations and windfarm developments.

The successful candidate will have strong electrical estimating experience, excellent commercial awareness and a proven background within the power, renewables or wider electrical construction sector.

The Role

As Senior P&R Estimator, you will manage and coordinate the estimating and tendering process from initial enquiry through to submission and project handover.

You will work closely with engineering, procurement, commercial and construction teams to develop accurate estimates while identifying project risks, opportunities and potential delivery challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and accurate quantity take-offs based on project scope and tender documentation.
• Interpret Electrical Technical Specifications, Employer's Requirements and drawings for HV substations and windfarm projects.
• Manage the tendering process and coordinate inputs from engineering, procurement, commercial and construction teams.
• Prepare tender submissions, including inclusions, exclusions, clarifications, assumptions and programmes.
• Manage requests for supplier and subcontractor quotations and review submissions for accuracy and completeness.
• Manage multiple tenders simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are maintained.
• Identify potential technical, commercial and delivery risks and advise the bid team on appropriate mitigation.
• Attend post-tender meetings and support client discussions where required.
• Follow up submitted tenders and capture relevant client feedback.
• Support the successful handover of awarded projects to the Construction Team, clearly communicating the estimate, scope, quotations and commercial assumptions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across estimating processes and procedures.
• Provide guidance and support to less experienced members of the estimating team.

About You

We are looking for an experienced electrical estimator who can demonstrate:

• A third-level qualification in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Construction Economics, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• 5+ years' experience within construction, electrical infrastructure, power or renewables.
• Ideally, 2+ years' experience in a Senior Electrical Estimator position.
• Proven experience within the Power & Renewables sector.
• Experience estimating electrical infrastructure projects, ideally including HV substations and/or windfarms.
• Strong understanding of electrical specifications, Employer's Requirements and tender documentation.
• Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of project risk.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and tenders simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to work independently and effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A proactive, commercially focused and solutions-driven approach.

What’s on Offer?

• £75,000-£85,000 salary
• Permanent position based in Glasgow
• Opportunity to work on major Power & Renewable Energy projects
• Exposure to HV substations, windfarms and wider electrical infrastructureOpportunity to develop into a technical, commercial and people leadership position
• A key role within a growing and ambitious organisation
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• The opportunity to make a significant contribution to the company’s continued growth

Salary: £75000-85000/annum

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Glasgow