Estimating Engineer

Job Description

Estimating Engineer

London or Portsmouth Office Home & Site Based (Hybrid)

Our Client has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Estimating Engineer to join their commercial and pre-construction team based in their London office.

This role will support the tendering and pricing of civils and utility projects, including power, multi-utility, groundwork, and infrastructure schemes.

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for civils and HV/EHV Cable and Substation projects, including labour, materials, plant, subcontractors, and overheads
• Review technical drawings, specifications, and client documents to understand project scope and requirements
• Assist in developing and provide bid support to tender submissions, including schedules, basic programmes and supporting qualitative documents
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, and supply chain partners to gather pricing and project information
• Conduct site visits to assess conditions, constraints, and design considerations
• Maintain an up-to-date database of rates, suppliers, and subcontractor pricing
• Support value engineering, risk analysis, and alternative solution proposals
• Assist in handover processes to ensure accurate transfer of information to delivery teams
• Contribute to cost reporting, benchmarking, and continuous improvement of estimating processes

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to break down complex scopes into measurable, costed elements
• High level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail
• Experienced in pricing & supporting HV/EHV, cable, substation and civils packages
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and design information
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and methodical approach
• Effective communication skills for liaising with clients, suppliers, and internal teams
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously
• Commercial awareness and understanding of cost drivers within civils & utilities projects
• Competent in using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft suite of applications

• HNC/HND, Degree, or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Construction, Quantity Surveying, or related discipline preferred
• Previous experience in an estimating, engineering, commercial, or QS role within utilities, infrastructure, or civils
• Knowledge of NRSWA, DNO/IDNO requirements, or power distribution projects beneficial
• Experience with estimating packages e.g. RIB Candy advantageous
• Full UK driving licence preferred but not essential

• Competitive salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Salary sacrifice EV car scheme
• Career development, training, and support toward professional qualifications
• A supportive team environment in a growing SME
• Employee Ownership Trust have a voice in how the business is run