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Estimator

Sheerness, Kent , United Kingdom

Property & Construction jobs >> Skilled Trade

Negotiable

Permanent

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Estimator – Sheerness, Kent - £40k - £45k + excellent benefits

Our client based in Sheeness, Kent provides Power Lines Solutions ranging from Overhead and Underground Powerlines to Public/ Highway Lighting. Due to continued growth and expansion, they are now looking to recruit an Estimator.

The Estimator will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of overhead and underground power line projects by preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates.

Duties and responsibilities

* Review drawings, specifications, scope documents, and other bid materials related to overhead and underground power line projects.

* Prepare detailed cost estimates for new construction, maintenance, and upgrade projects including materials, labour, equipment, and subcontracted services from a schedule of rates.

* Engage with internal engineering and operations teams to ensure estimates align with project methodologies and delivery capabilities.

* Evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotes to ensure accuracy and cost-effectiveness.

* Occasionally prepare bid proposals, budget estimates, and value-engineering options as required.

* Contribute to project planning and resource forecasting based on estimated scopes.

* Maintain and continuously improve a database of unit costs and historical project data to improve future estimating accuracy.

Skills Required:

* Strong understanding of industry-specific cost structures and construction methodologies.

* Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

* Proficient in Excel-based systems, Microsoft Office Suite and Xero.

* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and scopes of work.

* Effective verbal and written communication skills for coordination with internal teams, suppliers, and clients.

* Highly organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple workstreams simultaneously.

* Understanding of CDM regulations, health and safety standards, and NRSWA guidelines (desirable but not essential).

Qualifications

* HNC/HND or bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field (preferred but not essential).

* Minimum 2 years of experience in estimating roles, ideally within the power distribution, utilities, or electrical infrastructure sectors.

* Familiarity with power line construction, both overhead and underground, including relevant equipment, materials, and techniques (preferred but not essential).

Keywords – estimator, overhead powerlines, underground powerlines, bid proposals, budget estimates, bids, NRSWA, CDM, power distribution, utilities, electrical infrastructure, powerlines, electrical engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Quotes, Quotations, Sheerness, Kent

No. of positions available*: 1
Salary: Negotiable
Experience: None
Education: None
Post Date: June 21, 2025
Job id:. CV-38911
Position Type: Permanent
Applicants: 0
Views: 2

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