Estimator - Renewable Energy & Decarbonisation

Position: Estimator - Renewable Energy & Decarbonisation
Job Title:

Estimator – Renewable Energy & Decarbonisation

Location:

London / Hybrid
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 (DoE)
Benefits:
Healthcare, Pension, Bonus

Position Overview

On behalf of a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor, we are seeking an Estimator to lead the commercial development of high-value renewable energy and decarbonisation tenders.

This role requires a sophisticated understanding of MEP systems, renewable technologies (GSHP/ ASHP, Solar PV, BESS, Heat Networks), and the complex procurement frameworks typical of large-scale infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all tenders are technically robust, commercially competitive, and fully aligned with the client’s carbon-reduction objectives.

Core

Duties & Responsibilities
1. Tender Management & Estimation  
Analytical Estimating:
Produce detailed, first-principle estimates for complex renewable energy projects, ranging from £3m to £10m.
Systems Integration:
Coordinate with internal Design and Engineering teams to ensure that renewable technology specifications (e.g., GSHP/ ASHP, Solar, District Heating) are accurately costed and buildable.
Benchmarking:
Utilise historical data and market intelligence to provide accurate cost-planning and benchmarking for emerging green technologies.  
2. Commercial Strategy & Risk Mitigation  
Risk Profiling:
Identify and quantify technical, commercial, and environmental risks inherent in decarbonisation projects, developing comprehensive risk registers for board-level review.
Value Engineering:
Lead value engineering workshops to identify cost-saving opportunities and carbon-reduction alternatives without compromising project integrity or Tier 1 standards.
Contractual Analysis:
Review and interpret complex contract documents (primarily NEC4 and JCT) to identify commercial obligations and potential liabilities.  
3. Procurement & Supply Chain Governance  
Supply Chain Selection:
Manage the enquiry process with a specialist supply chain, ensuring that all sub-contractor quotations are technically compliant and commercially appraised.
Market Analysis:
Monitor global supply chain fluctuations (specifically in relation to battery components and PV modules) to mitigate price volatility during the tender period.  
4. Stakeholder Engagement  
Pre-Construction Liaison:
Act as the primary commercial point of contact for clients, consultants, and internal departments during the bid phase.
Handover Management:
Ensure a seamless transition of commercial data from the Pre-Construction phase to the Operations and Surveying teams upon successful contract award.  Candidate Requirement
 
Sector

Experience:

Extensive experience in estimating within a Tier 1 or large-scale specialist contractor environment, specifically within the Renewables or M&E sectors.
Technical Proficiency:
Advanced competency in estimating software (e.g., Candy, Conquest, or Causeway) and a deep understanding of BIM/Digital Construction workflows.
Communication:
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex commercial data to senior stakeholders