Help Power a Sustainable Future with Powersystems
Now Recruiting: Senior Technical Estimator – Renewable Energy
Location: Bristol | Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + Up to 25% Discretionary Bonus + Profit Share + Benefits
Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Hybrid After Probation
Lead the Future of Renewable Energy Projects
At Powersystems, we don’t just build high-voltage infrastructure — we help power the UK's transition to clean energy. Join our employee-owned business and be a driving force in delivering utility-scale renewable energy projects across the UK.
What You’ll Do
As a Senior Technical Estimator, you’ll help develop accurate, commercially sound and technically robust estimates for high-voltage renewable energy projects.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Taking complex high-voltage project enquiries through initial assessment, tender submission, negotiation and contract award
- Assessing specifications and project information to establish technical, commercial and delivery requirements for works up to 400kV
- Producing detailed cost estimates for high-voltage electrical infrastructure works to support Powersystems' tendering approach
- Participating in site visits, pre-and post-tender meetings and pre-contract discussions
- Working alongside the Procurement team to obtain, review and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations
- Coordinating with teams across the business to develop estimates that are accurate, practical and deliverable
- Upholding Powersystems' Priority No.1 commitment to Health, Safety and Wellbeing, alongside professionalism and continuous improvement
We’re looking for someone with:
- A strong technical understanding of 33kV, 132kV and 400kV electrical infrastructure works
- Demonstrated experience producing technical estimates and tender submissions in the electrical infrastructure sector, ideally up to 400kV
- A degree, HNC, HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
- The ability to understand requirements, specifications and technical drawings and translate them into high-quality tender submissions
- The ability to develop strong working relationships with clients, suppliers and colleagues through consistently clear, professional communication
- A full UK driving licence
- The right to work in the UK
What’s in It for You?
- £60,000 - £70,000 salary, plus bonus and profit share
- Up to 25% discretionary bonus
- Car allowance or company vehicle
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
- Private health insurance and cashback healthcare plan
- Pension and life assurance at 4x salary
- Ongoing training and funded professional development
- Employee Assistance Programme, including mental health and wellbeing support
- Cycle-to-work scheme, Bristol gym access and more
Why Join Powersystems?
Powersystems is an employee-owned engineering business delivering high-voltage renewable energy and infrastructure projects across the UK. We’re inclusive, forward-thinking and committed to investing in our people through development, wellbeing support and a culture that encourages ideas. In this role, you’ll help shape competitive, technically strong project submissions that support the UK’s clean energy transition.
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Senior Estimator - Substations employer: Powersystems UK Ltd
Powersystems UK Ltd is an exceptional employer that champions technical excellence and employee ownership, fostering a collaborative work culture where your contributions directly impact high-voltage renewable energy projects. With a strong commitment to ongoing professional development, you will have ample opportunities to grow your skills while working alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment dedicated to safety and customer satisfaction.
