Our client a well-known UK wide Civil Engineering Contractor are looking for an Estimator within their retaining walls department north of Leeds.
The Estimator will be involved in projects that range from a £50k retaining wall on a housing development, to multiple structures installed on large £2mill highways frameworks.
Estimator Job OverviewPurpose: Win profitable work and identify risks and opportunities during the bidding process.Estimating: Independently manage tendering, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with client expectations.Risk Management: Proactively identify, document, and mitigate risks while maximizing project value.Collaboration: Work closely with operations and senior management to align estimating processes with strategic goals.Customer Focus: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, identify new market opportunities, and enhance customer satisfaction.Database Management: Maintain and update the client and tender database to track projects and identify growth opportunities.Team Leadership: Motivate and develop team members, fostering a positive culture and aligning with company values.Finance: Conduct cost analysis, prepare tenders strategically, negotiate with suppliers, and manage financial risks.Reporting: Regularly update management on tender progress, financials, and project specifics. Estimator Job RequirementsBEng/MEng degree or equivalent within Civil Engineering/Geology related disciplineProven experience in a customer focused tendering roleProven track record in leading successful tender processes and securing profitable projects.Demonstrable success of managing multiple concurrent tenders.Experience working as a geotechnical specialistA sound technical knowledge of a range of geotechnical products and solutionsIT literate, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Dynamics and knowledge of AutoCADCSCS Card Holder.Experience of working on large infrastructure projects.Full UK driving license. Estimator Salary & BenefitsSalary up to £55K26 Days holiday + BH37 hours per weekBonus SchemeCompany car benefitCompetitive packageTraining and developmentBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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Keywords: Construction Estimator, Location: Harrogate, ENG - HG3 2YS