Senior Estimator or Estimator (OHL)

Senior Estimator – Overhead Line | Hybrid (Annesley Office + WFH) Our client is a specialist contractor at the heart of the UK’s energy transmission sector, delivering large-scale overhead line infrastructure from 132kV up to 400kV. As their project pipeline continues to expand, they’re looking to recruit a skilled Estimator or Senior Estimator to support tender activity on new build and refurbishment schemes across the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced infrastructure estimator to join a dynamic, growing pre-construction team with real autonomy, hybrid flexibility, and long-term career growth potential. This role is based in East Midlands. The Role: As Estimator (or Senior Estimator, depending on experience), you’ll work as part of a collaborative pre-contracts team, supporting pricing and bid strategy on high-voltage overhead line (OHL) projects. You’ll liaise closely with Bid Managers, Project Development Managers and Construction Leads—bringing clarity, commercial insight and precision to every tender submission. Key responsibilities include: * Producing tender pricing using internal cost models and supply chain quotations * Working with procurement and commercial to prepare RFQs and benchmark costs * Supporting bid kick-off meetings and planning the pricing programme * Preparing client pricing documents and attending post-submission presentations * Analysing risks, identifying productivity gaps, and testing rates and assumptions * Leading pricing handovers and contributing to internal project risk reviews * Mentoring junior estimators and driving continuous improvement in the estimating function * Working with engineering teams to ensure tender solutions are robust and achievable This is a hybrid role with 2–3 days/week in the Annesley office and the remainder from home. Experience, Skills & Qualifications: * Minimum 3 years’ experience in infrastructure estimating (essential) * Experience with overhead lines or substations (desirable but not essential) * Ability to read engineering drawings, specifications and scope documents * Solid commercial acumen and a basic understanding of contract terminology * Ability to work to strict tender deadlines and manage multiple priorities * Comfortable collaborating across technical, commercial and procurement teams * Full UK driving licence What’s on Offer: * £40,000 – £65,000 (DOE and level) * Company car + fuel card (EV/hybrid options available) * Discretionary bonus scheme * 25 days holiday + bank holidays * Private healthcare + health cash plan * Matched or contributory pension * Online GP access (24/7) * Life assurance cover * Retail discounts via My Rewards portal * Cycle to Work, salary finance & Give as You Earn schemes * Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave