Estimator (Geotechnical / Ground Engineering)

Advantage Resourcing UK Ltd; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist geotechnical contractor in Sheffield is seeking an Estimator to join their team. This role offers flexible working conditions including remote and hybrid options. The successful candidate will handle estimating for various projects within the geotechnical sector, requiring previous experience in estimating and a solid background in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering. Excellent training and a collaborative culture are part of the package, alongside competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Bonus

Training and Development

Potential Car Allowance

Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator, Cost Engineer, or Contracts Manager.
• Strong background in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering.
• Full driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Estimating for enquiries and tenders from initial enquiry to project win.
• Writing proposals and estimating costs based on client requirements.
• Producing tender stage documentation, including H&S paperwork.

Skills

Estimating experience

Background in Geotechnical Engineering

Cost estimation

Site visits

Job description

Estimator (Geotechnical / Ground Engineering)

£40,000 Negotiable + Bonus + Training + Development + Potential Car Allowance + Benefits

UK (Remote, Hybrid or Office Based)

Certain Advantage is hiring for an Estimator based either near Sheffield, or remote. This role is permanent and can be office-based, hybrid, or predominantly remote, with some travel to head office and client sites.

Do you have estimating experience and a background in Geotechnical or Ground Engineering, looking for an autonomous and versatile role with excellent training, a strong work / life balance, and a collaborative company culture?

Are you looking to work on technically interesting projects as part of a highly skilled and dedicated team, with ongoing development potential?

The Company

We are a specialist geotechnical contractor well regarded for delivering complex ground and slope stabilisation projects across the UK. Known for working in challenging environments using rope access and innovative techniques, we support major infrastructure in rail, highways, and utilities.

The Role

This role requires estimating experience and a background in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering.

Day to Day

• Estimating for enquiries and tenders, taking for pricing from initial enquiry to project win
• Writing offer letters, proposals and estimating costs in line with client requirements / work scope
• Production of tender stage documentation including H&S paperwork and programme as required
• Site visits
• Working closely with finance and operations teams to develop and maintain processes for accurate estimates of costsli>

The Individual

• Any experience as an Estimator, Cost Engineer, Contracts Manager, AQS or similar
• Background in Geotechnical, Ground Engineering or Civils
• Full Driving Licence

Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today.

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