Estimator

Vinci; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A worldwide leading geotechnical contractor is seeking an Estimator to join their Ipswich-based team for a significant infrastructure project. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, significant experience in the UK geotechnical industry, and proficiency with MS Office. You will manage enquiries, develop bid strategies, prepare tender offers, and maintain Salesforce CRM while collaborating with operations teams. The position offers a collaborative work environment and valuable benefits including annual leave and bonuses.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Company Car or Car Allowance

Enhanced Sick Pay

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

25-days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Option to purchase additional annual leave

Paid annual professional memberships

Volunteering days

Professional growth and development

Qualifications

• Significant experience in the UK geotechnical industry.
• Understanding of geotechnical design processes.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming enquiries and assess tender opportunities.
• Develop bid/win strategies tailored to client requirements.
• Collaborate with technical and operations teams.
• Prepare tender offers and negotiate contracts.
• Maintain Salesforce CRM and support business development.

Skills

Geotechnical estimating

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Time management

MS Office proficiency

Education

Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Salesforce CRM

Primavera P6

Candy

Job description

Join us on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects - Sizewell C. The Geotechnical Sub-Alliance (GSA) plays a vital role in preparing the ground for construction, using advanced techniques such as piling, diaphragm walling, soil mixing, and grouting. This is your opportunity to be part of a collaborative team delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality results. Working as part of our Projects division, the Estimator will work closely with our Sizewell team to develop the Target Price for geotechnical works and help secure this work for Bachy Soletanche. Beyond this, you'll contribute to growing our portfolio and shaping future opportunities.

• Manage incoming enquiries and assess tender opportunities.
• Develop bid/win strategies tailored to client requirements.
• Collaborate with technical and operations teams to prepare cost studies and value engineering proposals.
• Identify and mitigate risks during pre-construction.
• Prepare and present tender offers, engaging in client negotiations through to contract award.
• Maintain Salesforce CRM and support business development initiatives. Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering (professional qualification preferred).
• Significant experience in the UK geotechnical industry and estimating geotechnical solutions.
• Strong understanding of geotechnical design processes.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and time management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Full UK driving licence.
• It would be a bonus if you have: Knowledge of Primavera P6 and Candy.

Bachy Soletanche are currently recruiting for an Estimator, to join our Ipswich-based Commercial team on one of the most significant infrastructure projects in the UK. When you join the world's largest specialist geotechnical contractor, you're part of an international community of over 10,000 experts, based in 31 countries around the world. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to prestigious, ground-breaking projects, using the very latest tools and technology to solve complex problems, constantly learn new skills and take your career in any direction.

Bachy Soletanche is a worldwide, leading specialist in modern geotechnics and foundation engineering. We bring our experience, innovation, and expertise together to deliver the highest quality ground engineering solutions. Whether you are seeking a small-scale sub-contractor or a major joint venture partner, we operate at every level and can offer as much support as you need to deliver your programme. We believe that successful outcomes are based on collaboration, mutual respect and well-resourced teamwork. Our designs and advice are based on reliable evidence and relevant experience. Our designers, engineers, project managers and workforce all work together to protect your best interests. Depending on the scale of your project, you will receive the specialist guidance of either our Core Business or Major Projects team to ensure we offer the most tailored approach to your scheme. We listen, we question, we challenge, and we deliver.

As well as being part of a landmark project and working in a collaborative alliance environment, we offer:

• Discretionary annual bonus (based on personal/project performance)
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (min. 5% company contribution)
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Enhanced Sick Pay (after probation)
• Income Protection, Private Medical Insurance and Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 25-days annual leave + Bank Holidays per year (increasing with service)
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Paid annual professional memberships
• Volunteering days
• Professional growth and development