Electrical Estimator (Manchester) - 12 Month CX in Ringway

Role – Electrical Estimator (Specialist)

Location: Manchester

A leading organisation within the energy sector is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join them on a 12-month contract, starting immediately.

Scope of Work

• Prepare detailed electrical cost estimates for energy infrastructure projects, including Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), substations, and renewable generation assets.
• Analyse technical drawings, specifications, schematics, and project documentation to produce accurate material, labour, and subcontractor cost assessments.
• Develop tender packages, bills of quantities (BoQs), pricing schedules, and cost breakdown structures for electrical systems and associated installation works.
• Work closely with Engineering, Procurement, and Project Management teams to validate design assumptions, clarify technical requirements, and optimise cost efficiencies.
• Engage with electrical suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations, assess technical compliance, and evaluate commercial suitability.
• Support bid submissions by preparing cost summaries, risk assessments, exclusions, assumptions, and value‑engineering proposals.
• Conduct site visits where required to assess existing electrical infrastructure, installation conditions, and project risks impacting cost.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of market pricing, electrical installation methodologies, and relevant industry standards.
• Assist with handover to delivery teams, ensuring all estimates, clarifications, and design information are fully documented and understood.

Experience to be Considered

• Must have experience working for an electrical contractor, ideally within the power, utilities, or renewable energy sectors.
• Proven experience as an Electrical Estimator — ideally on BESS, Solar PV, Transmission/Distribution, or Substation projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical design principles, installation practices, and system components such as switchgear, transformers, inverters, protection systems, cabling, and control equipment.
• Familiarity with grid‑connected energy systems, BESS architecture, single‑line diagrams (SLDs), and electrical interface requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret complex technical drawings and specifications to produce accurate cost estimates.
• Experience liaising with multi‑disciplinary engineering teams, procurement functions, and specialist subcontractors.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills, with a detail‑driven and commercially aware approach.

If you are interested in the role above, please apply through the website.