Project Estimator

William Hynes Energistics; North East (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

William Hynes Energistics seeks a Project Estimator to support pricing, planning and commercial preparation of renewable energy projects. You will compile detailed costings, engage with the supply chain, issue enquiries, obtain quotations, and ensure estimates are accurate for internal approval.

You will use the in-house costing software alongside traditional estimating methods to build robust project submissions, working with management, suppliers, and other departments to ensure tenders are

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating, commercial, or construction roles.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and project delivery.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, scopes, and technical information.
• Experience obtaining prices from suppliers/subcontractors.
• Good communication when speaking with external supply chain partners.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple enquiries and deadlines.
• Good numerical ability and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and general computer systems.
• Professional, proactive and responsible in execution of tasks.
• Ambition to grow in a fast-paced business.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and structured project estimates for solar farm and construction works.
• Use internal estimating software to develop cost plans and pricing schedules.
• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and scopes of work.
• Issue and manage RFPs, RFIs, and pre-construction enquiries to suppliers/subcontractors.
• Obtain and assess supplier quotations for best value and compliance.
• Assist with onboarding of new subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Clarify scope, pricing, lead times, and inclusions with suppliers.
• Build up rates for labour, plant, materials, and subcontract packages.
• Identify missing information, scope gaps, and pricing assumptions.
• Work with team to ensure estimates are reviewed and approved per procedures.
• Support value engineering and cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain records of quotations, assumptions and pricing submissions.
• Assist in preparing tender summaries and internal commercial reports.
• Support handover from estimating to delivery teams.
• Help maintain pricing databases and cost libraries.
• Contribute to refining estimating systems and processes.
• Engage with the wider team to grow a high-performing commercial function.

Skills

Estimating

Pricing

Communication

Organization

Numerical ability

Tendering

Supply chain liaison

Tools

Internal costing software

MS Excel

Job description

About The Role

The Project Estimator will play an important role in supporting the pricing, planning, and commercial preparation of projects. You will be responsible for helping to compile detailed costings, engaging with the supply chain, issuing enquiries, obtaining quotations, reviewing project information, and ensuring estimates are prepared accurately and efficiently for internal approval. A key part of this role will involve using William Hynes Energistics' in-house costing and calculation software, designed to support project calculations and improve estimating accuracy. You will be expected to use this system confidently, alongside traditional estimating methods, to help build robust and competitive project submissions. You will work closely with management, suppliers, subcontractors, and other departments to ensure tenders and project estimates are commercially sound, well presented, and aligned with operational delivery. This role is ideal for someone with a strong construction mindset and a practical understanding of how projects are delivered. We are also open to hearing from junior estimators or individuals earlier in their career who are eager to learn, develop, and grow with the business.

The Project Estimator will play an important role in supporting the pricing, planning, and commercial preparation of projects. You will be responsible for helping to compile detailed costings, engaging with the supply chain, issuing enquiries, obtaining quotations, reviewing project information, and ensuring estimates are prepared accurately and efficiently for internal approval. A key part of this role will involve using William Hynes Energistics' in-house costing and calculation software, designed to support project calculations and improve estimating accuracy. You will be expected to use this system confidently, alongside traditional estimating methods, to help build robust and competitive project submissions. You will work closely with management, suppliers, subcontractors, and other departments to ensure tenders and project estimates are commercially sound, well presented, and aligned with operational delivery. This role is ideal for someone with a strong construction mindset and a practical understanding of how projects are delivered. We are also open to hearing from junior estimators or individuals earlier in their career who are eager to learn, develop, and grow with the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and well-structured project estimates for solar farm and construction-related works.
• Use the company's internal estimating and project calculation software to develop cost plans, pricing schedules, and project calculations.
• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and supporting project information.
• Send out and manage RFPs, RFIs, and other pre-construction enquiries to suppliers, subcontractors, and specialist contractors.
• Obtain, compare, and assess supplier and subcontractor quotations to ensure best value and compliance with project requirements.
• Assist with issuing PQQs and supporting the onboarding and review of new subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to clarify scope, pricing, lead times, qualifications, and technical inclusions.
• Build up rates and pricing for labour, plant, materials, subcontract packages, logistics, and associated construction costs.
• Identify missing information, scope gaps, commercial risks, and pricing assumptions during the estimating process.
• Work closely with the wider team to ensure estimates are submitted for review and approval in line with internal procedures.
• Support value engineering exercises and help identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or delivery.
• Maintain organised records of quotations, assumptions, clarifications, and pricing submissions.
• Assist in preparing tender summaries, cost breakdowns, and internal commercial reports.
• Support handover from estimating to delivery teams once projects are secured.
• Help maintain and improve internal pricing databases, supplier lists, and cost libraries.
• Contribute to the ongoing refinement and development of the company's estimating systems and processes.
• Engage positively with the wider team and contribute to the growth of a high-performing commercial and pre-construction function.

Essential Requirements

• Experience within an estimating, commercial, or construction-related role.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, project delivery, and how project costs are built up.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, scopes, and technical project information.
• Experience obtaining prices from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Good communication skills and confidence when speaking with external supply chain partners.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple enquiries and deadlines.
• Good numerical ability and attention to detail.
• Competent with Microsoft Excel and general computer systems.
• Professional, proactive, and willing to take responsibility for your work.
• A strong work ethic and the desire to grow within a fast-paced business.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience within solar farm construction, civil engineering, utilities, or wider infrastructure projects.
• Previous experience issuing and managing RFPs, RFIs, and PQQs.
• Exposure to subcontractor procurement and supply chain engagement.
• Experience using estimating tools, pricing software, or internal cost calculators.
• Understanding of labour, plant, materials, preliminaries, and subcontract package pricing.
• Knowledge of renewable energy projects and utility-scale construction.
• A background in civils, electrical, mechanical, or infrastructure estimating.

Junior Applicants

• We are also open to applications from junior estimators or candidates at an earlier stage in their career who show the right attitude, work ethic, and willingness to learn.
• A genuine interest in construction and estimating.
• Confidence communicating with suppliers and subcontractors.
• A willingness to learn systems, processes, and commercial thinking.
• Good attention to detail and basic numerical skills.
• Ambition to develop into a more senior estimating role over time.
• Junior candidates should understand that salary will reflect experience level, with clear opportunity to progress as their skills, responsibility, and contribution grow.

Why Join William Hynes Energistics

• Be part of a rapidly growing company within the renewable energy construction sector.
• Join a business backed by the wider strength of William Hynes Group.
• Play a direct role in pricing and supporting major projects.
• Work with a team that is ambitious, supportive, and committed to high standards.
• Gain exposure to a growing pipeline of utility-scale solar and infrastructure projects.
• Opportunity for career progression as the business continues to scale.
• Junior applicants will have the chance to learn, develop, and build a long-term career.

This is a chance to join a company that is moving quickly and building something substantial in the renewable energy and construction sector. William Hynes Energistics has already secured significant work this year and is continuing to expand. You will be joining a business with strong momentum, a clear pipeline, and a team that is serious about growth.