Driven Piling Estimator

Carrington West; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ground engineering specialist is seeking an Estimator to join their Driven Piling team. This role involves preparing competitive tenders and maintaining high standards of compliance. The ideal candidate will have a degree in construction or civil engineering and experience in managing tenders. The company offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Competitive salary and benefits package

Collaborative and supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in pricing, cost planning, and estimating procedures.
• Strong background in managing tenders from initial enquiry through to award.
• Experience across a range of sectors and project types is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage piling enquiries and prepare accurate estimates.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients during the tender process.
• Assess risk profiles and ensure profitability.
• Deliver comprehensive project handover information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Understanding of health and safety in construction environments

Positive and proactive attitude

Education

HNC or Degree in Construction, Civil Engineering, or related field

Working towards professional membership (RICS, CIOB, ICE, IMechE)

Job description

Estimator - Driven Piling

Department: Driven Piling

Reports to: Bid Manager

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

My client is one of the UK's leading driven piling and ground engineering contractors. They are known for delivering safe, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions across a wide range of sectors. As part of their continued growth, they are looking to recruit an Estimator to join their Driven Piling team.

The Role

As an Estimator, you will play a vital role in preparing and submitting competitive, technically sound tenders for driven piling projects. You will ensure all submissions meet both company and client expectations, maintaining high standards of quality, compliance, and commercial awareness. Working closely with internal teams and external clients, you will help secure contracts that contribute to the company's continued success.

Key Responsibilities

• Tender Management: Manage piling enquiries using internal documentation systems. Prepare accurate estimates and tender submissions in line with project requirements. Conduct technical appraisals and calculations to ensure proposal suitability. Maintain consistency and quality across all submissions.
• Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients during the tender process. Attend post-offer and negotiation meetings. Represent the company professionally to clients and stakeholders.
• Commercial & Risk Analysis: Assess risk profiles and commercial implications of each tender. Work with the Commercial team to ensure profitability and mitigate risk. Maximise value through collaboration with internal teams.
• Project Handover & Support: Deliver comprehensive project handover information to the operations team. Assist in developing and improving offer templates and documentation. Support operational teams to ensure technical and contractual compliance.
• Compliance & Development: Ensure compliance with Quality, Health & Safety, and Environmental standards. Contribute to the ongoing development of departmental procedures. Maintain awareness of, and adherence to, all company policies and systems.

About You

The company is looking for someone who is both technically skilled and commercially aware, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Essential Skills & Attributes

• Understanding of health and safety in construction environments
• Friendly, professional, and approachable
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Calm and organised, even under pressure
• Positive, proactive, and flexible with a 'one team' approach
• Able to prioritise workloads and meet tight deadlines

Qualifications & Experience

• HNC or Degree in Construction, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Working towards professional membership (e.g., RICS, CIOB, ICE, IMechE)
• Proven experience in pricing, cost planning, and estimating procedures
• Strong background in managing tenders from initial enquiry through to award
• Ability to lead complex and multi-trade tenders through to settlement
• Experience across a range of sectors and project types is desirable

What the company can offer you

• A collaborative and supportive working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and progression
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The chance to be part of a leading ground engineering specialist