Senior Design & Estimating Engineer - Piling

Piling Recruitment Group Ltd; Cumbernauld; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Piling Recruitment Group Ltd. is recruiting a Senior Design & Estimating Engineer for piling projects across Scotland. The role focuses on design, estimating, and technical support for residential and commercial piling work.

The successful candidate will design piling solutions, prepare competitive tenders, coordinate with clients and internal teams, and provide technical support through project delivery from office to site visits in Scotland.

Qualifications

• Experience in piling design, estimating or a similar technical role within ground engineering.
• Strong understanding of piling techniques and foundation design.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to prepare competitive tenders.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple enquiries and work independently.
• Relevant civil or geotechnical engineering qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparing piling designs, estimates and tender submissions.
• Working across CFA, CHD, driven piling, restricted access and retaining wall solutions.
• Reviewing incoming enquiries and identifying suitable technical solutions.
• Liaising with clients, consultants and internal teams throughout the tender process.
• Preparing formal design packages and supporting technical approvals.
• Supporting commercial negotiations and securing new contracts.
• Providing technical assistance to operational teams throughout project delivery.
• Attending occasional client meetings and site visits as required.

Skills

Piling design

Estimating

Tender submissions

Client liaison

Project delivery

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Civil or geotechnical engineering degree

Job description

Senior Design & Estimating Engineer - Piling

Salary: Competitive Package

Job Type: Permanent

Piling Recruitment Group is recruiting an experienced Senior Design & Estimating Engineer on behalf of an established specialist piling and ground engineering contractor.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable business, taking responsibility for the design, estimating and technical support of residential and commercial piling projects across Scotland.

The Role

• Preparing piling designs, estimates and tender submissions.
• Working across CFA, CHD, driven piling, restricted access and retaining wall solutions.
• Reviewing incoming enquiries and identifying suitable technical solutions.
• Liaising with clients, consultants and internal teams throughout the tender process.
• Preparing formal design packages and supporting technical approvals.
• Supporting commercial negotiations and securing new contracts.
• Providing technical assistance to operational teams throughout project delivery.
• Attending occasional client meetings and site visits as required.

The Candidate

• Experience in piling design, estimating or a similar technical role within ground engineering.
• Strong understanding of piling techniques and foundation design.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to prepare competitive tenders.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple enquiries and work independently.
• Relevant civil or geotechnical engineering qualifications preferred.

The Opportunity

A permanent, predominantly office-based position (approximately 80%) within an established specialist contractor, offering a competitive salary and benefits package.

The role is based in Alloa, with occasional travel to client meetings and project sites.