Junior Power Earthing Estimator
Salary: £30,000 per annum | Company Benefits
Location: Bulwell, Nottingham
Contract: Full-time | Permanent | 40 hours per week
About Us:
Omega Red Group is the recognised UK market leader in earthing, lightning protection, and height safety protection.
Omega Red offers survey, design, installation, testing, maintenance, and repair solutions for earthing, lightning protection, surge protection and height safety. The business is passionate about protecting people, property, electrical equipment and systems, from the damaging effects of lightning strikes, electrical faults and surges.
The Role:
As a Junior Power Earthing Estimator, you will take a more active role in preparing estimates and supporting tender submissions while continuing to develop technical and commercial expertise. You will work closely with engineers and senior estimators to deliver accurate and compliant costings.
This role is ideal for someone with early industry experience looking to progress into a fully independent estimator position.
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare detailed cost estimates for earthing and power engineering projects with support from senior staff.
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Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and project documentation to define scope.
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Quantify materials, labour, plant, and subcontractor requirements.
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Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
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Assist in the development of tender submissions, including technical clarifications and assumptions.
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Contribute to identifying project risks and value engineering opportunities.
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Participate in site visits and surveys to support estimating activities.
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Collaborate with engineering and design teams to ensure technical alignment.
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Maintain and update pricing databases and estimating tools.
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Support project handover to delivery teams.
What You’ll Need:
Qualifications
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Minimum 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including:
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Maths (Grade 4/C or above)
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English (Grade 4/C or above)
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Science or a technical subject (preferred)
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Further education (e.g., Level 3 qualification, apprenticeship, or HNC in Electrical Engineering or Construction) is desirable.
Skills & Experience
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Minimum 5 years’ experience in a construction environment.
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Minimum 2 years’ practical on-site experience in construction is essential.
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Basic understanding of earthing systems, electrical installations, or power engineering principles.
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Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
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Proficient using Excel
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Good numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
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Strong communication skills for working with internal teams and suppliers.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
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Exposure to estimating or cost-management tools is advantageous.
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Electrical or engineering qualification desirable
What You’ll Get:
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Family-Friendly Leave: Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support, and up to 5 paid Carer’s Days.
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Financial & Life Assurance: Company Pension Scheme with salary sacrifice options.
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Health & Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 Virtual GP access for you and your dependents.
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Lifestyle & Perks: Cycle to Work Scheme and My Premier Benefits discounts, cashback, and vouchers.
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Professional Development: Hands-on training and ongoing career development opportunities
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Inclusion & Belonging: Active People Networks – Disability & Neurodiversity, Unity+, Women’s Network, Parent & Carer Networking Group and more.
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Performance & Recognition: Annual salary review, Reward & Recognition Scheme, and Long Service Awards.
At South Staffordshire Limited, inclusion matters. We have a wide range of employee networks which are employee-led communities that bring our people together, support different perspectives and create a strong sense of belonging. Our people are encouraged to get involved as members or allies.
We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including all genders, ethnicity, sexual orientations, and physical and neurodiverse abilities.
We are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and encourage you to let us know how we can best support you throughout the recruitment process.
