EHV Electrical Estimator

Responsibilities

• Develop first-principles cost estimates for EHV substation components including transformers, switchgear (AIS/GIS), protection systems, and busbars
• Build accurate cost models for materials, plant, labour, prelims, and indirects
• Factor access, site conditions, outages, and productivity rates into estimation methodology
• Interpret layout drawings, SLDs, specifications, and Employer's Requirements
• Liaise with engineering and construction teams to understand buildability and assumptions
• Evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotes to align with technical requirements
• Identify exclusions, value-engineering options, and risk assumptions
• Maintain clear estimate back-up, risk registers, and audit trails
• Apply suitable contingencies, escalations, and allowances based on uncertainty

Requirements

• 5+ years in electrical estimating, preferably for 132kV–400kV substation or transmission projects
• Strong experience building estimates from first principles
• Knowledge of HV construction methods, plant installation, testing, commissioning, and site constraints
• Ability to interpret civil/electrical drawings and technical specs
• HNC or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Estimating, or equivalent
• Proficient in Excel-based estimating models and MS Office tools

About the Company

Our client is an innovator within the provision of integrated utility infrastructure solutions, specialising in delivering technically complex, large-scale infrastructure for energy and communications clients across the UK and Europe.