PILING DESIGN & ESTIMATING ENGINEER

Probe Technical Recruitment; Tamworth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Piling Design & Estimating Engineer in Tamworth. The role requires a degree in Civil Engineering and significant design experience with bearing and tension piles. Responsibilities include managing piling enquiries, preparing tender documents, and mentoring juniors. Competitive salary and potential for hybrid working available.

Benefits

Company sick pay

Christmas shutdown

Life assurance, 4x annual salary

Qualifications

• Minimum degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, or a relevant subject.
• MSc and Chartered status preferable.
• Significant design experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assess suitability of incoming enquiries for tendering.
• Prepare and submit design packages for live projects.
• Liaise with external authorities and engineers.

Skills

Design experience

Competent in designing bearing piles

Client interaction/negotiation

Ability to mentor junior team members

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

MSc in relevant field

Tools

Salesforce

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PILING DESIGN & ESTIMATING ENGINEER, Tamworth

Client: Probe Technical Recruitment

Location: Tamworth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: ed8d351e14c0

Job Views: 12

Posted: 12.08.2025

Job Description:

Company

With a reputation built on precision, innovation, and long-term client partnerships, this UK-based organisation delivers tailored solutions that consistently exceed expectations. Founded over four decades ago, it has grown from a regional specialist into a nationally recognised force, respected for its technical expertise and ability to tackle complex challenges with confidence. Combining cutting-edge technology with in-house manufacturing and a strong commitment to sustainability, it supports some of the country’s most demanding construction environments. Its proven track record, deep-rooted knowledge, and collaborative approach have earned it a leading position in its field, trusted by major developers, contractors, and repeat clients across the UK.

Piling Design & Estimating Engineer Salary, Hours and Benefits

• Salary to be discussed at application stage
• 41.5 hours per week
• Potential for hybrid working
• Company sick pay
• Christmas shutdown
• Life assurance, 4x annual salary

The Piling Design & Estimating Engineer will hold a relevant engineering degree and MSc or bias towards Geology/Geotechnics preferred. This role provides diversity, supporting the design & estimating elements of piling, foundations, and ground improvement techniques, ensuring compliance with the company management system and business strategy.

The successful candidate will have significant design experience and be competent designing bearing piles, tension piles, laterally loaded piles, and retaining walls. Design includes tender and contract design, as well as site redesign as required. A degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, or a relevant subject is minimum; MSc and Chartered Engineer status are preferable.

The individual will assist in managing incoming piling enquiries, including assessment of opportunities, tenders, and client interaction/negotiation to secure orders, providing ongoing support throughout projects. The role also involves mentoring junior team members, supporting site issues, contract redesigns, and liaising with external authorities and engineers.

Piling Design & Estimating Engineer Key Responsibilities

• Assess suitability of incoming enquiries for tendering.
• Ensure estimates are prepared according to Work Instruction Documents.
• Review contract documents and determine appropriate piling solutions.
• Undertake estimating activities to maximize order potential.
• Submit tenders by deadlines and update Salesforce accordingly.
• Prepare and submit design packages for live projects.
• Maintain design responsibility for changes post-order.