Location: Glasgow
Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 per annum
Sector: Power & Renewables
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Senior P&R Estimator - Glasgow - £75,000-£85,000
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior P&R Estimator to join a growing business operating across the Power & Renewables sector.
Based in Glasgow, this is a key role within the estimating function, supporting the delivery of high-quality, commercially robust tenders for major electrical infrastructure projects, including HV substations and windfarm developments.
The successful candidate will have strong electrical estimating experience, excellent commercial awareness and a proven background within the power, renewables or wider electrical construction sector.
The Role
As Senior P&R Estimator, you will manage and coordinate the estimating and tendering process from initial enquiry through to submission and project handover.
You will work closely with engineering, procurement, commercial and construction teams to develop accurate estimates while identifying project risks, opportunities and potential delivery challenges.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare detailed estimates and accurate quantity take-offs based on project scope and tender documentation.
Interpret Electrical Technical Specifications, Employer's Requirements and drawings for HV substations and windfarm projects.
Manage the tendering process and coordinate inputs from engineering, procurement, commercial and construction teams.
Prepare tender submissions, including inclusions, exclusions, clarifications, assumptions and programmes.
Manage requests for supplier and subcontractor quotations and review submissions for accuracy and completeness.
Manage multiple tenders simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are maintained.
Identify potential technical, commercial and delivery risks and advise the bid team on appropriate mitigation.
Attend post-tender meetings and support client discussions where required.
Follow up submitted tenders and capture relevant client feedback.
Support the successful handover of awarded projects to the Construction Team, clearly communicating the estimate, scope, quotations and commercial assumptions.
Contribute to continuous improvement across estimating processes and procedures.
Provide guidance and support to less experienced members of the estimating team.
About You
We are looking for an experienced electrical estimator who can demonstrate:
A third-level qualification in Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Construction Economics, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
5+ years' experience within construction, electrical infrastructure, power or renewables.
Ideally, 2+ years' experience in a Senior Electrical Estimator position.
Proven experience within the Power & Renewables sector.
Experience estimating electrical infrastructure projects, ideally including HV substations and/or windfarms.
Strong understanding of electrical specifications, Employer's Requirements and tender documentation.
Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of project risk.
Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
Excellent numerical, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
The ability to manage multiple priorities and tenders simultaneously.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
The ability to work independently and effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
A proactive, commercially focused and solutions-driven approach.
What's on Offer?
£75,000 - £85,000 salary
Permanent position based in Glasgow
Opportunity to work on major Power & Renewable Energy projects
Exposure to HV substations, windfarms and wider electrical infrastructure
Opportunity to develop into a technical, commercial and people leadership position
A key role within a growing and ambitious organisation
Professional and personal development opportunities
The opportunity to make a significant contribution to the company's continued growth
Apply Now
If you are an experienced Senior Electrical Estimator with a background in Power & Renewables and are looking for your next opportunity in Glasgow, we would like to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this exciting Senior P&R Estimator opportunity
Salary description
£75000.00 - £85000.00 per year