Here's what you'll be doing
You will be part of a developing team of estimators within the EIS Construction Commercial team, providing quality outputs, reporting and analysis, supported by other teams and departments to ensure profitability for E.ON.
You'll be required to ensure proposals, bids and pricing produced is both profitable and competitive, and compile quotes with the support of suppliers and supply chain. You'll be responsible for ensuring all technical information is correct and ensure company standards and processes are adhered to.
- Responsible for both establishing tenders and managing complex bids from initial enquiry, all the way through to the final submission to the client team.
- Take-off and quantification of engineering / technical drawings prior to the generation of cost plans.
- To drive Sales, Design, Project and Procurement team to structure and continually improve the commercial competitiveness of E.ON’s position, whilst maintaining delivery quality and security of supply.
- Continually push the boundaries of best practice whilst also promoting this ethos with stakeholders (both internal and external);
- Assist with the validation of client team tender content, supporting Sales and Design / Engineering to develop viable solutions.
- Identifying & reporting of risk and value-added opportunities whilst ensuring their consideration and / or mitigation are evident in E.ON’s proposals.
- Administration of tender adjudication process resulting in the generation of the base Cost Value Reports.
- Provide technical and commercial support to the delivery team and to assist in the resolution of conflicts with suppliers and contractors should they arise.
- Work as a construction commercial specialist for pre-contract activities.
- Effectively build strong relationships with Commercial, Sales, Operational and support departments to identify opportunities to improve overall business profitability.
What we need from you
- Demonstrate industry experience in an Estimator or Quantity Surveyor role within construction, major projects, energy or district heating.
- Proven experience preparing detailed estimates and quotations for complex construction or energy projects.
- Ability to review and interpret technical drawings (M&E and Civil Engineering) and quantify BOQs/ QSOR's for multiple trade scopes.
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills - experienced in engaging suppliers/ subcontractors to secure favourable terms and leveraging procurement opportunities.
- Knowledge of construction contracts, CDM Regulations, HSSE and wider legislation.
- Confident in developing and analysing project costs from the ground up, applying recognised standards to deliver clear, accurate and consistent estimates.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
It would be great if you had
- In depth knowledge of commercial on-site generation technologies such as gas engines, steam boilers, absorption chillers, heat pumps, Solar PV, Batteries etc.
- In depth knowledge of utility networks (both mechanical and electrical).
- Working knowledge of planning tools and software.
- Working knowledge of SAP.
Here’s what you need to know
- Award-Winning Workplace - We’re proud to be named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025 and the Best Place to Work for 16–34-year-olds.
- Outstanding Benefits - Enjoy 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, a generous pension, life cover, bonus opportunities, and access to 20 flexible benefits with tax/NI savings.
- Flexible & Family-Friendly - Our industry-leading hybrid and family-friendly policies earned us double recognition at the Personnel Today Awards 2024. We’re open to discussing how flexibility can work for you.
- Inclusive & Diverse - We’re the only energy company in the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers. We’re also proud winners of Best Employer for Women and Human Company of the Year—recognising our inclusive, people-first culture.
- Support at Every Stage of Life - We’re Fertility Friendly and Menopause Friendly accredited, with inclusive support for everyone.
- Accessible & Supportive - As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and will make any adjustments needed during the process.
- Invested in Your Growth - From inclusive talent networks to top-tier development programmes, we’ll support your growth every step of the way.