Estimator
Posted on Jun 5, 2026 by CV-Library
Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£380 - £450 Daily
Contract/Project
Estimator
📍 South Yorkshire (Hybrid / Site Travel as Required)
💰 Competitive Day Rate (CIS Engagement)
📅 Contract Role
The Opportunity
We're working with a leading renewable energy contractor delivering utility-scale solar PV projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Solar Estimator to support bidding and pre-construction activities.
This role sits at the heart of the business, working across commercial, engineering, procurement and delivery teams to produce accurate, competitive and profitable project estimates.
The Role
As a Solar Estimator, you will be responsible for building detailed cost estimates and supporting tender submissions across a portfolio of solar PV projects.
Key responsibilities include:
Preparing detailed EPC cost estimates for utility-scale solar projects
Reviewing tender documents, RFPs and technical specifications
Carrying out quantity take-offs from drawings (civil, electrical and structural)
Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor pricing
Building and maintaining cost models and pricing databases
Identifying risks and applying appropriate contingencies
Supporting bid submissions and commercial proposals
Contributing to value engineering and cost optimisation strategies
What We're Looking For
Experience estimating for solar PV projects (utility-scale preferred)
Strong understanding of EPC project delivery
Background in electrical, civil, or quantity surveying disciplines
Proven ability to build detailed cost models in Excel
Experience working with suppliers and subcontractors
Strong commercial awareness and risk understandingDesirable:
Familiarity with AutoCAD, PVsyst, Helioscope or similar tools
Experience working on projects 10MW+
Engagement
This role is offered on a CIS basis (Construction Industry Scheme).
👉 Please note: this is not an outside IR35 / limited company engagement.
Why Apply?
Work on large-scale renewable energy projects
Join a growing and forward-thinking contractor
Long-term pipeline of secured work
Competitive day rates and flexible working
📩 Apply
If you're a Solar Estimator looking for your next contract, apply now or reach out directly for a confidential conversation.
RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
📍 South Yorkshire (Hybrid / Site Travel as Required)
💰 Competitive Day Rate (CIS Engagement)
📅 Contract Role
The Opportunity
We're working with a leading renewable energy contractor delivering utility-scale solar PV projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Solar Estimator to support bidding and pre-construction activities.
This role sits at the heart of the business, working across commercial, engineering, procurement and delivery teams to produce accurate, competitive and profitable project estimates.
The Role
As a Solar Estimator, you will be responsible for building detailed cost estimates and supporting tender submissions across a portfolio of solar PV projects.
Key responsibilities include:
Preparing detailed EPC cost estimates for utility-scale solar projects
Reviewing tender documents, RFPs and technical specifications
Carrying out quantity take-offs from drawings (civil, electrical and structural)
Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor pricing
Building and maintaining cost models and pricing databases
Identifying risks and applying appropriate contingencies
Supporting bid submissions and commercial proposals
Contributing to value engineering and cost optimisation strategies
What We're Looking For
Experience estimating for solar PV projects (utility-scale preferred)
Strong understanding of EPC project delivery
Background in electrical, civil, or quantity surveying disciplines
Proven ability to build detailed cost models in Excel
Experience working with suppliers and subcontractors
Strong commercial awareness and risk understandingDesirable:
Familiarity with AutoCAD, PVsyst, Helioscope or similar tools
Experience working on projects 10MW+
Engagement
This role is offered on a CIS basis (Construction Industry Scheme).
👉 Please note: this is not an outside IR35 / limited company engagement.
Why Apply?
Work on large-scale renewable energy projects
Join a growing and forward-thinking contractor
Long-term pipeline of secured work
Competitive day rates and flexible working
📩 Apply
If you're a Solar Estimator looking for your next contract, apply now or reach out directly for a confidential conversation.
RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
Reference: 225209523
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Estimator
Posted on Jun 5, 2026 by CV-Library
Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£380 - £450 Daily
Contract/Project
Estimator
📍 South Yorkshire (Hybrid / Site Travel as Required)
💰 Competitive Day Rate (CIS Engagement)
📅 Contract Role
The Opportunity
We're working with a leading renewable energy contractor delivering utility-scale solar PV projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Solar Estimator to support bidding and pre-construction activities.
This role sits at the heart of the business, working across commercial, engineering, procurement and delivery teams to produce accurate, competitive and profitable project estimates.
The Role
As a Solar Estimator, you will be responsible for building detailed cost estimates and supporting tender submissions across a portfolio of solar PV projects.
Key responsibilities include:
Preparing detailed EPC cost estimates for utility-scale solar projects
Reviewing tender documents, RFPs and technical specifications
Carrying out quantity take-offs from drawings (civil, electrical and structural)
Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor pricing
Building and maintaining cost models and pricing databases
Identifying risks and applying appropriate contingencies
Supporting bid submissions and commercial proposals
Contributing to value engineering and cost optimisation strategies
What We're Looking For
Experience estimating for solar PV projects (utility-scale preferred)
Strong understanding of EPC project delivery
Background in electrical, civil, or quantity surveying disciplines
Proven ability to build detailed cost models in Excel
Experience working with suppliers and subcontractors
Strong commercial awareness and risk understandingDesirable:
Familiarity with AutoCAD, PVsyst, Helioscope or similar tools
Experience working on projects 10MW+
Engagement
This role is offered on a CIS basis (Construction Industry Scheme).
👉 Please note: this is not an outside IR35 / limited company engagement.
Why Apply?
Work on large-scale renewable energy projects
Join a growing and forward-thinking contractor
Long-term pipeline of secured work
Competitive day rates and flexible working
📩 Apply
If you're a Solar Estimator looking for your next contract, apply now or reach out directly for a confidential conversation.
RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
📍 South Yorkshire (Hybrid / Site Travel as Required)
💰 Competitive Day Rate (CIS Engagement)
📅 Contract Role
The Opportunity
We're working with a leading renewable energy contractor delivering utility-scale solar PV projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Solar Estimator to support bidding and pre-construction activities.
This role sits at the heart of the business, working across commercial, engineering, procurement and delivery teams to produce accurate, competitive and profitable project estimates.
The Role
As a Solar Estimator, you will be responsible for building detailed cost estimates and supporting tender submissions across a portfolio of solar PV projects.
Key responsibilities include:
Preparing detailed EPC cost estimates for utility-scale solar projects
Reviewing tender documents, RFPs and technical specifications
Carrying out quantity take-offs from drawings (civil, electrical and structural)
Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor pricing
Building and maintaining cost models and pricing databases
Identifying risks and applying appropriate contingencies
Supporting bid submissions and commercial proposals
Contributing to value engineering and cost optimisation strategies
What We're Looking For
Experience estimating for solar PV projects (utility-scale preferred)
Strong understanding of EPC project delivery
Background in electrical, civil, or quantity surveying disciplines
Proven ability to build detailed cost models in Excel
Experience working with suppliers and subcontractors
Strong commercial awareness and risk understandingDesirable:
Familiarity with AutoCAD, PVsyst, Helioscope or similar tools
Experience working on projects 10MW+
Engagement
This role is offered on a CIS basis (Construction Industry Scheme).
👉 Please note: this is not an outside IR35 / limited company engagement.
Why Apply?
Work on large-scale renewable energy projects
Join a growing and forward-thinking contractor
Long-term pipeline of secured work
Competitive day rates and flexible working
📩 Apply
If you're a Solar Estimator looking for your next contract, apply now or reach out directly for a confidential conversation.
RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
Reference: 225209523
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