HV ESTIMATOR

Are you a skilled HV Estimator looking for a new opportunity? Join Solutions30 UK, part of the European-leading Solutions30 Group, specialising in delivering innovative technology solutions.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a HV Estimator to join our team and contribute to exciting projects in power connections, EVCP, battery, and solar installations.
The HV Estimator will prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for energy projects. This role will involve close collaboration with project management and delivery teams to meet company standards and profitability targets.
The role will also require regular communications with our suppliers, ensuring we have the correct price build ups and the DNO / IDNO to ensure we capture PoC (point of connection dates).

WE’D WELCOME CANDIDATES WITH THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proven experience as an Estimator in the utilities sector, preferably within power
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (Advantageous)
• Familiar with works above 33kV
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
• Proficiency with estimating tools
• Ability to work under pressure
• Professional memberships would be advantageous (RICS, CIOB)
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel as needed
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  Location: Watford (Ideally able to attend office approx. 2/3 days per week)
  Start Date: ASAP
  Salary: Negotiable (+ Benefits)
  Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Watford WD18 8YE
Reference ID: JD-3624 (W)
Expected start date: 30/06/202

• Interpreting DNO/TSO specifications, substation layouts, and protection schemes.
• Understanding HV procurement (transformers, switchgear, cable joints).
• Estimate costs including civils, testing, and commissioning.
• Deal with utilities, permits, and safety compliance (like CDM, ESQCR).
• Achieving key dates for quote submissions against client milestones
• Updating trackers/job management system to reflect the job status
• Raising purchase orders through commercial for awarded works
• Interpreting basic power drawings and collate site instructions, whilst creating quotations from rate cards
• Supporting the team in achieving conception to completion regarding quotations
• Target driven individual working with wider team to ensure accurate records
• Obtain price points with suppliers to be able to ensure quotations include the correct margins