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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 on a permanent basis and can be either office-based, hybrid or predominantly remote depending on your location, 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 where you will receive excellent training, with a renowned Geotechnical specialist contractor which has a strong emphasis on 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 working with 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, they support major infrastructure in rail, highways, and utilities. Due to an internal promotion, they are looking for another Estimator to join the team. The Role: This role is for someone with estimating experience, and a background in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering. Day to Day: Estimating for enquiries and tenders, taking responsibility 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 costs The Individual: Any experience as an Estimator, Cost Engineer, Contracts Manager, AQS or similar Background in Geotechnical, Ground Engineering or Civils Full Driving License Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you are hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we will work with you to find it. We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, HR, Business Support, IT and Engineering. If this job is not for you, head to (url removed) and register for job alerts and career guidance tips.

Driver Hire Southampton is currently recruiting for a motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Estimator to join our client, a leading specialist in the design and manufacture of bespoke staircases for customers across the UK. This is your chance to become part of a friendly, supportive team and develop your skills in a thriving company that values growth, creativity, and ambition. What You'll Be Doing: Monday to Friday, 07:00am - 17:00pm your weekends free! Handling incoming customer enquiries with professionalism and care Preparing accurate quotations and producing tenders for the telesales team Pricing and selling bespoke staircase projects Reaching required KPI's Collaborating with a supportive team who want to see you succeed Full training provided What We're Looking For: Full UK driving licence & own vehicle/transport essential Strong IT and numeracy skills Excellent work ethic, eagerness to learn, and a positive attitude Confident when speaking with customers over the phone Previous experience is preferred but no essential What's in It for You: Comprehensive induction and ongoing training Annual pay review every December Generous uncapped bonus scheme 20 days holiday plus bank holidays Permanent, full-time role with a supportive team Why Driver Hire? As the UK's largest specialist transport and logistics recruitment company, Driver Hire Southampton is proud to offer consistent, varied work while treating every candidate with respect. In our latest survey, 96% of candidates said they were proud to work with us. Don't miss this chance to join an exciting, growing business - apply today!

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum (negotiable, dependent on experience) Hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday Location: Doncaster (office-based) Benefits: 31 days holiday including public holidays - Additional 1 day's holiday per year after 2 years' service (up to 5 extra days) Basic health insurance after successful completion of probation On-site parking Flexible start and finish times within office hours Six-month probation period The Opportunity An established and growing construction subcontractor is looking to appoint a Sales & Estimating Administrator to support its commercial team during a period of transition and growth. This role initially covers a maternity leave, with a clear longer-term opportunity to develop into an Estimator role for the right individual. This is an excellent opportunity for someone highly organised, detail-driven and comfortable working in a quiet, professional, "heads-down" office environment. You'll play a pivotal role in keeping sales and estimating processes running smoothly, acting as a central point of contact for both customers and suppliers. The Role Working closely with the sales and estimating teams, your focus will be on administration, coordination and organisation , enabling the wider team to focus on winning and delivering work. Key responsibilities will include: Filtering and setting up incoming enquiries onto the CRM system Managing electronic filing of documents, drawings and specifications Identifying missing or incomplete information and liaising with clients to resolve this Obtaining supplier quotations and preparing quote schedules Managing quote priorities on behalf of the estimators Maintaining and updating CRM records and sales documentation Setting up secured orders on internal systems Providing ad hoc administrative support to sales and estimating teams Supporting business development activity Producing project presentations and PowerPoint materials Organising CPD presentations for architects and contractors About You You'll thrive in this role if you are highly organised, proactive and self-motivated , with the confidence to manage multiple priorities at once. You'll ideally bring: Previous experience in a customer-focused administrative role Strong IT skills, particularly across Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word) Experience using CRM systems or similar databases Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong attention to detail and a problem-solving mindset The ability to work calmly to deadlines across multiple projects A flexible, "can-do" attitude and strong team ethic Experience within the construction industry would be beneficial, but is not essential - attitude, organisation and willingness to learn are key. Culture & Progression This is a quiet, professional and highly collaborative working environment , suited to individuals who are comfortable working independently and taking pride in being reliable and organised. Longer term, this role offers genuine progression into estimating , making it ideal for someone looking to build a career rather than take a short-term stopgap role.

Estimating Sales Manager Fabrication Based: Darwen Lancashire. Highly Competitive basic salary (Negotiable DOE) + Profit Share & Serious Earning Potential on Multi-Million £ Projects. Pricing £1M+ fabrication work already? Ready to be rewarded properly for it? WEC Group has been established for over 45 years, and we are one of the UKs leading & multi award winning engineering, fabrication and machinin click apply for full job details

Estimator / Bid Manager UK-Wide (Travel Required) Permanent Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom is currently recruiting an Estimator / Bid Manager responsible for LV to 132kV substation construction and asset replacement projects for our DNO and/or Private Network Owner Customers. Whilst home location is not a major factor for this role, applicants should be aware this is a country wide role. Willingness to travel as required to customer sites is an essential part of the role. The successful applicant will be required to fully review tender enquiry packs and determine the scope and requirements for tender returns. They will be required to attend site visits to properly assess requirements of the enquiry or delegate this responsibility to others with clearly communicated objectives and expectation. From the information gained from the site visit, the successful applicant will then be expected to produce a detailed, fully costed proposal based on direct labour costs and from quotes sourced from our supply chain partners. When producing costed proposals due account needs to be taken of the sequence in which activities the project will be undertaken, activity durations, resource levels required and the overall methodology of delivering the project to an overall programme of works. Once completed, the costed proposal will be submitted to Senior Management for review, determination of risk and profit, leading to approval to submit to the customer. For successful tenders, the applicant will then compile and pass over a fully detailed handover pack to the Freedom Operations team and implement our process tools to adjust the opportunity pipeline of the Freedom Networks business. Responsibilities: You will: Review tender enquiry pack, resolve scope queries, then ensure that the preparation, review and submittal of customer proposals are estimated accurately and consistently incorporating compliance to customer specifications/documents, validation of our technical solution and value engineering. Be able to negotiate post tender with our customers to capture any late scope changes and to prepare and submit best and final offers. Establish excellence in our tendering preparation and submittal, ensuring we achieve the highest level of customer satisfaction (internal & external) resulting in business growth in our targeted areas. Have management of the overall tendering process from receipt of enquiry to submittal, then post tender negotiations. Co-ordination of all internal and external cost elements to ensure all risks are identified and mitigation plans established in line with company policies and procedures. Ensure a high degree of collaboration and teamwork is established with customer representatives, and with all Freedom business units and stakeholders to maximise opportunity levels for all aspects of our UK business. Requirements You will have: Higher qualification within an Engineering discipline - ideally in HV Power Engineering. Practical experience in the application of CDM 15 regulations and the ability to produce draft Construction Phase Plans. Minimum 5 years HV engineering experience within a Projects environment focussed on HV and EHV Substation works. Minimum 2 years' experience in a commercial estimating, bidding and customer facing environment. A practical working knowledge of high voltage electrical substations and the equipment found within would be beneficial. Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.

Graduate Estimator - Highways & Infrastructure - Northampton Are you looking to start your career as a Graduate Estimator within the highways and infrastructure sector? This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to join a growing civil engineering contractor where you will gain hands on experience supporting the preparation of competitive tenders for highways and infrastructure projects. My client is seeking a driven Graduate Estimator who is keen to develop their commercial and technical knowledge within a supportive team environment. As a Graduate Estimator, you will work alongside experienced professionals and gain exposure to the full tendering lifecycle, helping you build a strong foundation for a long term career in civil engineering and infrastructure. About the Company My client is a well established civil engineering contractor delivering a wide range of highways and infrastructure projects across the UK. They are recognised for delivering high quality schemes and for investing in the development of their people. Joining as a Graduate Estimator will give you the opportunity to learn from experienced estimators and commercial specialists while contributing to meaningful infrastructure projects. The Role and Responsibilities As a Graduate Estimator, you will play a key supporting role within the commercial and pre construction team. You will be developing your knowledge of estimating while contributing to the preparation of tenders for highways and infrastructure works. In this role you will be doing the following: Assisting with the preparation of cost estimates and tender submissions for highways and civil engineering projects. Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation to understand project requirements. Supporting the measurement and quantification of materials, labour and plant requirements. Obtaining and analysing quotations from suppliers and subcontractors. Working closely with senior estimators to help develop competitive pricing strategies. Maintaining organised records of tender documentation and cost data. Supporting the commercial and project teams during the pre construction phase. Skills and Experience To succeed as a Graduate Estimator, you will ideally demonstrate the following: A degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline with a minimum 2:1 classification. Strong A Level results with grades B or above. Excellent numerical, analytical and problem solving abilities. Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment. Strong attention to detail and an organised approach to work. An interest in developing a career within the highways and infrastructure sector. Salary and Benefits Salary up to £32,000, dependent on experience. Opportunity to gain hands on experience across highways and infrastructure projects. Supportive team environment with mentoring from experienced estimators. Exposure to the full tendering and pre construction process. Long term career development opportunities within the business. Career Development, Location and Working Pattern This Graduate Estimator role is office based in Northampton, offering an excellent opportunity to develop your technical and commercial skills early in your career. My client is committed to supporting professional development and progression, giving you the opportunity to grow into more senior estimating or commercial roles over time. Interested in starting your career as a Graduate Estimator? If you are looking to begin your career as a Graduate Estimator and want to gain valuable experience within the highways and infrastructure sector, please get in touch or submit your CV to be considered. FOOTNOTE By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us. Contact: Jordan Townley, Carrington West - or email .

Rail Estimator Location - Hatfield, Hertfordshire (Hybrid role) Rail Contractor Permanent role £70,000 - £90,000 / year + benefits + car allowance A Senior Estimator is required to join a rail contractor on a permanent basis close to Hatfield. As the Senior Estimator, you will be responsible for leading estimates for civil engineering and drainage work and working with tender teams in order to secure sufficient work. Responsibilities include leading, mentoring, and developing estimators to assist with submitting tender (including identifying opportunities and risks for each project), undertaking estimates, liaising with stakeholders, maintaining tender files with the ultimate goal of winning work to meet the company growth targets. You will also be responsible for providing support to site teams relating to estimates and key assumptions, alongside obtaining feedback on estimations based on actual project cost. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of working on tenders (between £1,000 and up to £3m) within rail drainage, utilities, and civils or a related industry. You will also be confident at dealing with and collaborating with different stakeholders, have excellent writing and oral presentation skills, be able to ensure that all tender submissions are both feasible and profitable, and be willing to perform site visits as required. The ideal candidate will have progressed from a site-based role to estimating, with experience working for an SME on the railway. The client is a multi-disciplinary rail contractor based in Hertfordshire, and benefits for working for this company include hybrid and flexible working, a car allowance or company car, equipment (including laptop and phone), pension, on-site parking, and 23-days annual leave (increasing with service. Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.

Finance Manager - Newly Created Leadership Role This newly created Finance Manager position offers the chance to take full ownership of the company's financial operations and shape long-term financial strategy. It's a hands-on, office based role for a qualified finance professional with strong manufacturing or construction experience, confident in balancing day-to-day control with strategic insight. As Finance Manager, you'll be central to driving sustainable growth, strengthening financial processes, and acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership. Key Responsibilities of the Finance Manager: Project & Construction Finance: Working closely with project managers, estimators, and commercial teams to oversee: Project profitability tracking and cost-to-cost forecasting Project valuations and applications for payment Tendering and bidding with accurate cost analysis Fully responsible for: Retentions management and recovery Contractual payment mechanisms (including MCD and similar frameworks ) Strategic Finance Evaluate investments, capital expenditure, and asset management Advise on borrowing, financing options, and lender relationships Support growth initiatives with robust financial modelling Financial Operations Lead bookkeeping, ledgers, and monthly/annual reporting Manage cashflow forecasting, working capital, and liquidity Develop and control budgets across departments and projects Oversee procurement and purchasing to reduce material and overhead costs Produce management accounts, cost reports, and financial KPIs What You Bring as Finance Manager Experience & Capability Proven experience as a Finance Manager or senior finance lead Strong background in manufacturing or contracting finance Deep knowledge of bookkeeping, cashflow, and budget management Solid understanding of construction finance: valuations, bidding, retentions, payment cycles Experience advising on investments, borrowing, and financial strategy High levels of accuracy, integrity, and commercial awareness Desirable Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Experience in specialist construction or craft-led sectors Strong financial modelling and forecasting skills Understanding of M&A activity Experience implementing share ownership schemes Ways of Working Skilled at improving efficiency through strong processes, controls, and governance Confident ensuring compliance with accounting standards, tax, and regulatory requirements Experience integrating financial systems with operational platforms (e.g., Simpro, Procore) Comfortable liaising with external accountants, auditors, banks, and advisors Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with a practical, hands-on approach Clear, confident communicator able to advise at director level Organised, proactive, and commercially minded Values-driven, committed to quality and long-term legacy Due to the nature of the role, it is office based, therefore you will need to live within a daily commutable distance, using your own transport. Only those who fulfill the specified criteria will be considered. If you have not received a response within 5 working days, then you have not been successful on this occasion. Gibson Search acting as an Employment Agency.

Location: City of London Salary: £275.00- £325.00 per Day Contract: Long Term Contract Type: Full Time Reference: VAC-SS-86 Posted: May 6, 2025 Mechanical Site Manager, Commercial fit-out project in Central London - to £325 a day - temp 6 months+ - M&E Contractor Are you an established Freelance Mechanical Site Manager with a proven background of experience working within the Building Services and M&E sector? Would you relish the opportunity to work for one of the UK's most prestigious M&E contractors on one of their most iconic projects? Your background and experience, together with an industry recognised qualification, will be well rewarded for working hard on a M&E package of around £35M on a large Commercial fit-out project in Central London. Previous M&E Fit-out project experience would be advantageous. Main duties will be to manage and oversee self delivery team and specialist outside sub-contractors and ensuring all Health and Site Safety is in place and adhered to. Experience of using an IPAD for reporting using Fieldview software would be advantageous. As one of the UK's leading recruiters, Fawkes & Reece specialises in all areas of Building Services and M&E, from M&E Quantity Surveyors, M&E Estimators, M&E Project managers, M&E Managers, M&E Project and M&E Design Engineers, M&E Coordinators and CAD Draughtsman. For the latest "Building Services" opportunities in your area contact Steve Snelling at Fawkes and Reece London