Technical Estimator

Ipsum; Sidcup; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus bank hols (+

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development & progression with…

Job summary

Ipsum is seeking a Technical Estimator in Sidcup to provide specialist HV and LV engineering cost estimates for electrical power maintenance projects, evaluating client requirements and developing robust quotations. You will conduct site surveys, interpret drawings, ensure BS standards compliance, manage supplier quotations, and support handovers to operations, with strong communication across teams.

If you have relevant electrical experience, IT proficiency, and a commitment to safety and

Qualifications

• HNC/ONC in power engineering or working towards (desirable).
• IET member or equivalent.
• Proven experience within the Electrical industry.
• Experience in a customer facing environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and ability to learn other bespoke software platforms.
• Experience of customer relationship management and supplier relationship management.
• Strong ability to prioritise varying workloads.
• Design appreciation / understanding (desirable).
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Tender & cost preparation: conduct detailed site visits and technical surveys to prepare accurate, complete and commercially robust quotations.
• Interpret drawings, schematics and client briefs to develop Bills of Quantities and fully costed quotations.
• Standards compliance: ensure HV/LV solutions comply with British Standards and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Supply chain & subcontractor management: source and benchmark quotations ensuring technical suitability and alignment with tender requirements.
• Risk & value engineering: identify risks and develop value-engineering proposals to optimise cost and safety.
• Project & maintenance handovers: lead handovers between Sales, Engineering and Operations and support post-tender clarifications.

Skills

High voltage expertise

Customer facing experience

MS Office proficiency

Ability to prioritise workload

Education

HNC/ONC in power engineering

IET member or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Bespoke software platforms

Job description

Location: Sidcup , Bexley Greater London

Employment type: Full Time

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm

What’s In It For You…

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job, you’re starting a career with real support behind it.

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more !
• Life assurance cover
• Long service recognition
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Paid volunteering opportunities in your community

About The Role…

Provide specialist high-voltage (HV) and low-voltage (LV) engineering expertise to the business and Estimating Department. Evaluate the technical requirements of existing and prospective clients and develop accurate, commercially competitive cost estimates and tender submissions for electrical power maintenance activities and projects, ensuring full compliance with applicable legislation, regulations and industry standards.

Support sustainable business growth by ensuring enquiries are evaluated, prioritised and progressed efficiently. Maintain clear, timely communication with clients and internal stakeholders, while providing accurate and reliable pipeline reporting to support effective commercial decision-making.

As Technical Estimator you will…

Tender & Cost Preparation:-

Conduct detailed site visits and technical surveys to capture all information required to prepare accurate, complete and commercially robust quotations.

Interpret technical drawings, schematics, specifications and client briefs to develop comprehensive Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and accurate, fully costed quotations.

Standards Compliance:-

Ensure that all proposed HV and LV solutions, covering systems from 1 kV to 33 kV, comply with applicable British Standards and give appropriate consideration to relevant international, European and regulatory requirements.

Comply with all company governance frameworks, approval processes and internal controls throughout the estimating and tendering lifecycle.

Supply Chain & Subcontractor Management:-

Source, evaluate and benchmark quotations from specialist suppliers and subcontractors for equipment and professional services, ensuring technical suitability, commercial competitiveness and alignment with tender requirements.

Risk & Value Engineering

Identify and assess commercial and technical risks during the tender and bidding process, and develop value-engineering proposals that optimise cost and enhance technical outcomes without compromising safety, quality or compliance

Project & Maintenance Handovers:-

Lead comprehensive handovers between Sales, Engineering and Operations, clearly communicating the agreed scope, supplier and subcontractor quotations, key assumptions, exclusions, risks and all material client correspondence arising from the tender process.

Participate in post-tender presentations and clarification meetings with clients and operational teams, as required, to support a clear and effective transition into delivery.

About You…

• HNC/ONC in power engineering related discipline or working towards (desirable)
• IET member or equivalent
• Proven experience within the Electrical industry.
• Experience in a customer facing environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and ability to learn other bespoke software platforms.
• Experience of customer relationship management and supplier relationship management.
• Storeng ability to prioritise varying workloads considering the company growth strategy.
• Design appreciation / understanding (desirable).
• Excellent communication skills.

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