HV Estimator
Are you a skilled HV Estimator looking for a new opportunity? Join Solutions30 UK, part of the European-leading Solutions30 Group, specialising in delivering innovative technology solutions.
Job Description
We are seeking a HV Estimator to join our team and contribute to exciting projects in power connections, EVCP, battery, and solar installations.
The HV Estimator will prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for energy projects. This role will involve close collaboration with project management and delivery teams to meet company standards and profitability targets.
The role will also require regular communications with our suppliers, ensuring we have the correct price build ups and the DNO / IDNO to ensure we capture PoC (point of connection dates).
The HV Estimator would be responsible for:
Interpreting DNO/TSO specifications, substation layouts, and protection schemes.
Understanding HV procurement (transformers, switchgear, cable joints).
Estimate costs including civils, testing, and commissioning.
Deal with utilities, permits, and safety compliance (like CDM, ESQCR).
Achieving key dates for quote submissions against client milestones
Updating trackers/job management system to reflect the job status
Raising purchase orders through commercial for awarded works
Interpreting basic power drawings and collate site instructions, whilst creating quotations from rate cards
Supporting the team in achieving conception to completion regarding quotations
Target driven individual working with wider team to ensure accurate records
Obtain price points with suppliers to be able to ensure quotations include the correct margins
We'd welcome candidates with the following skills and experience:
Proven experience as an Estimator in the utilities sector, preferably within power
Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (Advantageous)
Familiar with works above 33kV
Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
Proficiency with estimating tools
Ability to work under pressure
Professional memberships would be advantageous (RICS, CIOB)
Full UK driving license and willingness to travel as needed
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Location: Watford/Chester (Ideally able to attend office approx. 2/3 days per week)
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Negotiable (+ Benefits)