Estimator
Description
The Estimator is responsible for the timely production of detailed pricing of HV & EHV Tenders/Quotes up to 132kV generally from client scope/Specification or DNO Point of Connection offers.
This will require the compilation of accurate estimates from mainly first principal methods for multi discipline works, including labour, plant, equipment, materials and sub-contract requirements during tendering and bidding.
Responsibilities
- Preparation of tenders and quotations from specifications and drawings within defined time periods.
- Preparation of Tenders and Quotations from DNO Point of Connection offers within defined time periods.
- Make site assessments and evaluate any risks and potential problems.
- Produce formal handover documentation on accepted work.
- Attend handover meetings were required and explain project scope, estimate, clarifications, and assumptions.
- Completion of all company procedure documents and financial information.
- Report on and review all projects with the BUD.
- Document review.
- Attend and lead contract meetings with clients and contractors.
Skills
- Detailed understanding of DNO/ICP type client’s driver’s and need’s which includes the regulatory Framework they operate under
- Experienced engineer with a proven track record in providing technical solutions and costing for an electrical and civil engineering environment up to 132kV on Private and/or Regulated DNO Networks
- Commercial acumen
- Attention to detail
- Excellent team working, financial and organisational skills
- Confident and assured presenter in front of senior managers and directors
- High level of computer literacy
- General knowledge of H&S and its practical implications
- Self-motivated but able to work as part of a team
- Customer focused and driven for success
- Able to make an impact, set an example, and be of influence
- Good at developing others
Qualifications
- Analysing Information
- Developing Budgets
- Vendor Relationships
- Reporting Skills
- Decision Making
- Teamwork
- Documentation Skills
- Quality Focus
- Good working knowledge of forms of contract used within the building and civil engineering industry
- Good working knowledge of forms of measurement. SMM7 and CESMM3
- Good IT skills – particularly Word and Excel
- Background in Electrical/Power Engineering
- Degree qualified
Hiring organization
Job Location
Employment Type
Full-time
Date posted
14 February 2024
