Estimator High Voltage Connections

Posted 06 June 2018
LocationUnited Kingdom
Job type Permanent
Discipline Renewable Energy & InfrastructureEnergy Management
Contact NameHarriet Noble

Job description

My Client are a global ICP and are looking for an experienced estimator within private networks and contestable connections. The Electrical Estimator is responsible for the timely production of detailed pricing of HV & LV Installations from client specifications, conceptual designs and technical work scopes.

Main Duties:

  • Preparation of tenders and quotations from specifications and drawings within defined time periods, liaise with customers to clarify requirements.
  • Conduct site assessments and evaluate any risks and potential problems
  • Responsible for checking of accuracy and completeness of clients tender documents
  • Responsible for evaluations of options or alternatives
  • Liaise with Sub-contractors and suppliers to obtain the best available quotations
  • Produce formal handover documentation on accepted work
  • Attend handover meetings were required and explain project scope, estimate, clarifications and assumptions.
  • Completion of all company procedure documents and financial information

Requirements:

  • You must be an experienced engineer with a proven track record in providing technical solutions and costing for an electrical and civil engineering projects;
  • A detailed understanding of the differences between Contestable and Non Contestable works within the Electricity Connection environment;
  • You would be experienced in working with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs), Independent DNOs (IDNOs), and Independent Connections Providers (ICPs) in voltages from LV up to 132kV.
  • You will have good tendering and commercial project management skills, and a good understanding of Grid and Primary Substations, G81 design standards and have an engineering background.
  • A good understanding of the planning and sequencing of Construction projects;
  • HNC or above in Electrical Engineering;
  • Proficient using of MS Office software packages: MS Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, etc.
  • Good technical and commercial knowledge and experience
  • Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative
  • Good communication skills in verbally and written