Estimating Engineer London or Portsmouth Office Home & Site Based (Hybrid) Our Client has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Estimating Engineer to join their commercial and pre-construction team based in their London office. This role will support the tendering and pricing of civils and utility projects, including power, multi-utility, groundwork, and infrastructure schemes. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate cost estimates for civils and HV/EHV Cable and Substation projects, including labour, materials, plant, subcontractors, and overheads Review technical drawings, specifications, and client documents to understand project scope and requirements Assist in developing and provide bid support to tender submissions, including schedules, basic programmes and supporting qualitative documents Liaise with project managers, engineers, and supply chain partners to gather pricing and project information Conduct site visits to assess conditions, constraints, and design considerations Maintain an up-to-date database of rates, suppliers, and subcontractor pricing Support value engineering, risk analysis, and alternative solution proposals Assist in handover processes to ensure accurate transfer of information to delivery teams Contribute to cost reporting, benchmarking, and continuous improvement of estimating processes Core Competencies Strong analytical mindset with the ability to break down complex scopes into measurable, costed elements High level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail Experienced in pricing & supporting HV/EHV, cable, substation and civils packages Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and design information Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and methodical approach Effective communication skills for liaising with clients, suppliers, and internal teams Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously Commercial awareness and understanding of cost drivers within civils & utilities projects Competent in using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft suite of applications Qualifications & Experience HNC/HND, Degree, or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Construction, Quantity Surveying, or related discipline preferred Previous experience in an estimating, engineering, commercial, or QS role within utilities, infrastructure, or civils Knowledge of NRSWA, DNO/IDNO requirements, or power distribution projects beneficial Experience with estimating packages e.g. RIB Candy advantageous Full UK driving licence preferred but not essential What They Offer: Competitive salary Contributory pension scheme 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Salary sacrifice EV car scheme Career development, training, and support toward professional qualifications A supportive team environment in a growing SME Employee Ownership Trust have a voice in how the business is run