Estimator/Senior Estimator (Civil Engineering/EHV Power)

Location: Wigan, Greater Manchester, England; office based

Salary: £75,000–£85,000 per year

Company

Specialist civil engineering construction company operating within the Extra High Voltage power sector.

What you will do

• Review and assess Invitation to Tender documentation for electricity substation civil works and EHV cable installation projects.
• Prepare first-principles cost estimates covering earthworks, groundworks, drainage, reinforced concrete foundations, roads, trough-laying, ducting, cable pulling, and temporary works.
• Manage tender enquiries and the full tender lifecycle from initiation through compliant, commercially viable submission.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and specialist subcontractors.
• Coordinate tender programmes, drawings, plans, and submission documents with internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Conduct commercial reviews and risk analysis, attend site visits and post-tender meetings, and follow up with clients for feedback.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in civil engineering estimating, preferably in EHV power or related sectors.
• Strong first-principles estimating capability.
• Ability to interpret and analyse technical drawings and tender documentation.
• Proven experience managing the full tender lifecycle and meeting tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in preparing programmes, plans, and submission documents.

Culture & Benefits

• Permanent employment.
• Office-based work in Wigan, with site visits as required.

Hiring process

• Apply through the specified online application route.