Senior Estimator
At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. But it’s so much more than that. National Grid supplies us with the environment to make it happen. As we generate momentum in the energy transition for all, we don’t plan on leaving any of our customers in the dark. So, join us as a Senior Estimator, and find your superpower.
As a Senior Estimator at National Grid you’ll report directly to the Estimating Manager, you’ll showcase your numeracy and commercial experience, within the Electrical Transmission industry sector that cover all areas of construction activities. Working closely with the wider strategic sourcing and contract management Procurement teams, you’ll undertake specialist estimation of major Construction Infrastructure projects forming an integral part in our drive to Carbon zero.
This role is based out of our Warwick, and we’d hope to see you at least two days per week We’re happy to discuss any additional flexibility in working patterns or requirements that you feel could help to make this job work for you!
What You'll Do
The successful applicant will be an estimator or Quantity Surveyor looking for the next step career progression within the Electrical Transmission industry sector. You should be able demonstrate a willingness to learn new skills and knowledge. You must be organised and able to communicate at all levels effectively. HNC within an appropriate electrical discipline and any experience within Regulated industry sectors is desirable.
What You'll Get
Up to 71,000 dependent on capability
As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.
About Us
National Grid is pioneering ways to decarbonise the energy system; from building interconnectors to allow the UK to share clean energy with our neighbours in Europe, to investing in renewable energy generation in the United States.
As one of the largest investor-owned energy companies in the world, National Grid is at the centre of a clean, fair and affordable energy future, where tackling climate change and reaching net zero is a key priority. National Grid is pioneering ways to decarbonise the energy system; from building interconnectors to allow the UK to share clean energy with our neighbours in Europe, to investing in renewable energy generation in the United States.
More Information
This role closes on 18 January at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.
As a Senior Estimator at National Grid you’ll report directly to the Estimating Manager, you’ll showcase your numeracy and commercial experience, within the Electrical Transmission industry sector that cover all areas of construction activities. Working closely with the wider strategic sourcing and contract management Procurement teams, you’ll undertake specialist estimation of major Construction Infrastructure projects forming an integral part in our drive to Carbon zero.
This role is based out of our Warwick, and we’d hope to see you at least two days per week We’re happy to discuss any additional flexibility in working patterns or requirements that you feel could help to make this job work for you!
What You'll Do
- Generate Cost Estimates to the required class. This may cover all aspects of Construction activities, including Civil, Mechanical and E&I.
- Support Procurement Contracting in the develop and writing of winning bidding and contracting strategies in support of the estimate development.
- Accurate recording of Basis of Estimate, and preparation of Bid Approval Slides relating to the Construction Estimate.
- Produce updated Cost Estimates in line with new and updated input information.
- Support Project and Design strategies related to the Construction by developing cost details for alternative strategies.
- Normalisation of rates between Contractor Bids to ensure correct decisions / selections are made.
- Analysis, competitively assess & benchmark the bids & present to the execution team.
The successful applicant will be an estimator or Quantity Surveyor looking for the next step career progression within the Electrical Transmission industry sector. You should be able demonstrate a willingness to learn new skills and knowledge. You must be organised and able to communicate at all levels effectively. HNC within an appropriate electrical discipline and any experience within Regulated industry sectors is desirable.
- 3+ years' experience providing estimating HV electrical infrastructure projects at 33kV, 66Kv, 132Kv, 275Kv or 400kV.
- Strong knowledge of construction and installation techniques and their implications on cost
- Significant experience infrastructure estimating within the Electrical Transmission industry sector.
- Be results oriented and must be able to understand impact of decisions and changes on construction costs.
What You'll Get
Up to 71,000 dependent on capability
As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.
About Us
National Grid is pioneering ways to decarbonise the energy system; from building interconnectors to allow the UK to share clean energy with our neighbours in Europe, to investing in renewable energy generation in the United States.
As one of the largest investor-owned energy companies in the world, National Grid is at the centre of a clean, fair and affordable energy future, where tackling climate change and reaching net zero is a key priority. National Grid is pioneering ways to decarbonise the energy system; from building interconnectors to allow the UK to share clean energy with our neighbours in Europe, to investing in renewable energy generation in the United States.
More Information
This role closes on 18 January at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.