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Senior Estimator

July 13, 2023 | Comments Off on Senior Estimator

We're looking for a Senior Estimator to join an established team on a long-term collaborative alliance between Kier and UK - Power Networks (UKPN). Within this role, you can enjoy a competitive annual holiday entitlement with opportunities to buy/sell leave, private healthcare, one paid professional subscription per year to support your development. We also offer 24/7 virtual GP service for you and your family and much more.



Can you imagine a world without electricity? If you want to play a part in powering the lives of millions of people, this is the place to be. Join us at Kier utilities to help shape the future of the energy and utility industry.



Location: Based at our shared Kier/ UKPN office in Stevenage or South London
Contract: Permanent, Full Time - Hybrid working available
Salary: £70k - £80k depending on experience, plus car/car allowance



Responsibilities
As a Senior Estimator, you'll be working within the Utilities team, supporting our UK Power Network ED2 Alliance in delivering underground power cables, overhead lines, and substation infrastructure projects across the UK Power Networks regions. Project values typically range from £500k to £20m. This role also offers excellent opportunities to develop & progress your career.


Your day to day will include:



· Reviewing and comprehend the project concept & detailed developed designs, construction programme. Identifying various work packages and create bill of quantities based on the project requirements

· Compiling top-down budgets and bottom-up estimates from first principles in-line with Kier guidelines and procedures, by the due deadlines. First principles build-ups should clearly, concisely & confidently illustrate all assumptions / calculations regarding; outputs, labour, plant, materials, management, site set up and subcontract elements. Organising, managing, and contributing to 'Risk & Opportunity' schedules, meetings, and workshops, preparing cashflow forecasts and list of qualifications registers

· Playing a leading role within tender meetings, in submitting and managing bids and for accurate documentation preparation, revision and submission at all required stages through to award of contract, including negotiation stages. Presenting estimates and workings with back up evidence from project design and programme requirements to the client

· Maintaining an up to date understanding of technical, contractual, and commercial developments and continually seeking to win contracts through negotiation, single tender action or by alternative solutions

· Developing relationships with the client - maximising opportunities and profit, where possible. Being able to present work to client on one-on-one basis and reach mutual agreements on price and programme delivery methods





What are we looking for?


This role of Senior Estimator is great for you if have:


· Electrical & Civil engineering background / Engineering degree qualification or equivalent

· Proven experience in a similar role e.g., senior estimator/estimator within the electrical infrastructure industry, which will ideally include involvement in multidisciplinary projects

· Good estimating knowledge of electrical cabling, equipment, sub-station, and associated civils / building, within electrical grid/substation compounds and public highways

· Excellent communication skills at all levels, with ability to build good working relationships with client and others within Kier

· Ability to manage limited time and resources to meet challenging deadlines

· A self-motivated individual able to work with minimum supervision and possessing good communications skills. Must be a good team player but also able to succeed when working alone



If you require any reasonable adjustments during any part of the application process, please get in touch at to discuss and arrange these.



We're proud to be able to offer our fantastic employees a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Some of our favourites include:

· New and enhanced family friendly policies, including eight weeks paternity leave, 26 weeks maternity leave, pregnancy loss leave, surrogacy leave, menopause guidance, and more

· Private Healthcare


· Shareshave Scheme

· 24/7 virtual GP service for you and your family, as well as 4x Life Assurance as standard, with the option for Partner Life Assurance cover

· A huge range of deals and discounts at many your favourite brands

And so much more! You can read the full details of all our benefits on our website.



Who is Kier?

As a leading UK infrastructure services, construction and property group, our purpose is to sustainably deliver construction and infrastructure services which are vital to the UK.

Our projects are those that support the local communities we work in, helping them thrive and progress. We take pride in bringing specialist knowledge, sector leading experience and fresh thinking to all that we do.

We are collaborative, trusted, and focused, and we will empower you to achieve your career goals, and listen to your thoughts, ideas, and challenges.



Diversity and inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion (D&I) initiatives, and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies and initiatives. You can see more about our .



Closing Date: 13 August 2023


Please note, interviews may take place before the closing date, and we reserve the right to close applications early.



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