Our client a well-known UK wide Civil Engineering Contractor are looking for an Estimator within their retaining walls department north of Leeds. The Estimator will be involved in projects that range from a £50k retaining wall on a housing development, to multiple structures installed on large £2mill highways frameworks.
Estimator Job Overview
* Purpose: Win profitable work and identify risks and opportunities during the bidding process.
* Estimating: Independently manage tendering, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with client expectations.
* Risk Management: Proactively identify, document, and mitigate risks while maximizing project value.
* Collaboration: Work closely with operations and senior management to align estimating processes with strategic goals.
* Customer Focus: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, identify new market opportunities, and enhance customer satisfaction.
* Database Management: Maintain and update the client and tender database to track projects and identify growth opportunities.
* Team Leadership: Motivate and develop team members, fostering a positive culture and aligning with company values.
* Finance: Conduct cost analysis, prepare tenders strategically, negotiate with suppliers, and manage financial risks.
* Reporting: Regularly update management on tender progress, financials, and project specifics.
Estimator Job Requirements
* BEng/MEng degree or equivalent within Civil Engineering/Geology related discipline
* Proven experience in a customer focused tendering role
* Proven track record in leading successful tender processes and securing profitable projects.
* Demonstrable success of managing multiple concurrent tenders.
* Experience working as a geotechnical specialist
* A sound technical knowledge of a range of geotechnical products and solutions
* IT literate, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Dynamics and knowledge of AutoCAD
* CSCS Card Holder.
* Experience of working on large infrastructure projects.
* Full UK driving license.
Estimator Salary & Benefits
* Salary £35K- £50K
* 26 Days holiday + BH
* 37 hours per week
* Bonus Scheme
* Company car benefit
* Competitive package
* Training and development