Estimator
Vallum Associates
Location: Annesley, Nottinghamshire
Type: Permanent
You will be involved in projects that contribute to net-zero initiatives, as well as those focused on maintaining and upgrading existing network infrastructure. The role will include work on high-voltage overhead powerline (OHL) schemes.
You’ll work closely with Bid Managers, Project Development Managers, Pre-Construction Managers, design teams, and the commercial team. This is a hybrid role, requiring 2–3 days per week in the office at Annesley, Nottinghamshire.
Key responsibilities:
- Identifying project scope and associated risks
- Supporting Bid Managers with kick-off meetings and bid programme development
- Coordinating with procurement and commercial teams
- Reviewing and constructively challenging project solutions
- Analysing supply chain quotations and benchmarking costs
- Preparing tender pricing in Excel and reviewing with senior management (with potential future use of Candy software as per client requirements)
- Compiling client pricing documentation and supporting post-submission presentations
- Building and maintaining strong professional relationships
What you’ll bring:
- Proven experience in infrastructure projects (essential)
- Experience in 400kV overhead line estimating
- Basic knowledge of engineering and construction principles and terminology
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
- Familiarity with contractual terms and conditions
- Strong ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Detail-oriented, proactive, organised, and methodical approach
Application opens at the source listing. Free for jobseekers.