Our client is a leading Piling contractor with a major Projects Division that delivers high-value multi-discipline ground engineering schemes across the UK and Ireland. They offer a range of geotechnical solutions, as well as civil engineering, marine, and tunnelling works, and we have the flexibility to act a principal contractor, joint venture partner or specialist subcontractor. Reporting to the Projects Division Estimating Manager, they are seeking an estimator who has experience in the pricing and presentation to clients of geotechnical engineering solutions (e.g., diaphragm wall construction, piling works, grouting works, etc.), and someone who is interested in pricing works where they are working collaboratively with their clients, joint venture partners, and supply chain to overcome complex multi-discipline civil engineering challenges. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The role will cover all aspects of the preconstruction work winning phase of a project opportunity with key responsibilities including: Assisting with the management of incoming enquiries including the assessment and prioritisation of business appropriate tender opportunities. Developing appropriate opportunity bid/win strategies to suit the requirements of their clients. Collaboratively working with their technical and operations team and supply chain to prepare conforming scheme and value engineering scheme cost studies for internal governance review. Liaise with the technical, operations, and commercial teams to ensure risks are recognised and mitigation strategies are agreed at the preconstruction stage. Writing and presenting tender offers to the clients. Engaging in client interactions and tender negotiations from receipt of enquiry through to contract award and project handover to the operations team. Maintain and update the Salesforce CRM database. Engaging with and assisting the Projects Division Business Development Manager in identifying appropriate future clients and major project opportunities that would benefit from the value the division has to offer. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED A relevant civil engineering degree or bias towards geotechnical engineering and professional qualification status is preferrable. Ability to discharge professional duties with integrity and ability to behave with integrity in relation to all conduct bearing upon the standing, reputation and dignity of the company. Have full regard to matters of health and safety, well-being, the environment and sustainability. Significant experience of the UK geotechnical industry. An understanding of the geotechnical design process. Working knowledge and demonstrable experience of estimating geotechnical engineering solutions. Essential understanding of the capabilities of the company. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with colleagues and clients. Proven ability to work well in a team as well as an individual. Effective time management to ensure task deadlines are met. High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and driven to providing a quality product and service to clients. Excellent IT skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Salesforce. Knowledge of Primavera P6 and Candy is preferrable though not essential. Ability to develop professional knowledge, skills, and competence on a continuing basis and ability to aid the professional development of others. Full UK driving licence. WORKING LOCATION Normally based in their Surrey office with the expectation of being present three days per Monday to Friday working week. Travel as required to client offices, joint venture partner and/or project opportunity offices, project opportunity site locations, and our clients regional offices.
Oct 23, 2025
Full time
Our client is a leading Piling contractor with a major Projects Division that delivers high-value multi-discipline ground engineering schemes across the UK and Ireland. They offer a range of geotechnical solutions, as well as civil engineering, marine, and tunnelling works, and we have the flexibility to act a principal contractor, joint venture partner or specialist subcontractor. Reporting to the Projects Division Estimating Manager, they are seeking an estimator who has experience in the pricing and presentation to clients of geotechnical engineering solutions (e.g., diaphragm wall construction, piling works, grouting works, etc.), and someone who is interested in pricing works where they are working collaboratively with their clients, joint venture partners, and supply chain to overcome complex multi-discipline civil engineering challenges. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The role will cover all aspects of the preconstruction work winning phase of a project opportunity with key responsibilities including: Assisting with the management of incoming enquiries including the assessment and prioritisation of business appropriate tender opportunities. Developing appropriate opportunity bid/win strategies to suit the requirements of their clients. Collaboratively working with their technical and operations team and supply chain to prepare conforming scheme and value engineering scheme cost studies for internal governance review. Liaise with the technical, operations, and commercial teams to ensure risks are recognised and mitigation strategies are agreed at the preconstruction stage. Writing and presenting tender offers to the clients. Engaging in client interactions and tender negotiations from receipt of enquiry through to contract award and project handover to the operations team. Maintain and update the Salesforce CRM database. Engaging with and assisting the Projects Division Business Development Manager in identifying appropriate future clients and major project opportunities that would benefit from the value the division has to offer. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED A relevant civil engineering degree or bias towards geotechnical engineering and professional qualification status is preferrable. Ability to discharge professional duties with integrity and ability to behave with integrity in relation to all conduct bearing upon the standing, reputation and dignity of the company. Have full regard to matters of health and safety, well-being, the environment and sustainability. Significant experience of the UK geotechnical industry. An understanding of the geotechnical design process. Working knowledge and demonstrable experience of estimating geotechnical engineering solutions. Essential understanding of the capabilities of the company. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with colleagues and clients. Proven ability to work well in a team as well as an individual. Effective time management to ensure task deadlines are met. High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and driven to providing a quality product and service to clients. Excellent IT skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Salesforce. Knowledge of Primavera P6 and Candy is preferrable though not essential. Ability to develop professional knowledge, skills, and competence on a continuing basis and ability to aid the professional development of others. Full UK driving licence. WORKING LOCATION Normally based in their Surrey office with the expectation of being present three days per Monday to Friday working week. Travel as required to client offices, joint venture partner and/or project opportunity offices, project opportunity site locations, and our clients regional offices.
Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Planner to join VolkerStevin. The Senior Planner will be the Senior Planner for a number of VolkerStevin projects in the South East region. Under the supervision of the Planning Manager and Project lead to be responsible for implementing the requirements of the project planning/programme requirements in accordance with the VolkerStevin Planning Standards, ensuring compliance with the business management systems. The role may also have aspects of team management as and when required. A key part of the role is to establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with the project team, customer, supply chain and the wider planning community, becoming an integrated member of the project team. Key Accountabilities Responsible at TENDER STAG to the Planning Manager and Bid Manager for the range of activities involved in the project planning life cycle, which includes: Ensuring that the programme content is functionally compliant with the planning procedures and guidance Identifying planning scope, programme constraints and contract requirements Identifying major quantities and factors that may affect the programme Establishing and agreeing construction outputs, project calendars and working hours with operational support and Estimator Develop key methods of construction, sequencing, installation and commissioning works and agree with operational support and the Bid Team Producing and documenting the planning deliverables including tender planning worksheet, presentations, reports and drive the planning philosophy/strategy Produce the Tender Programme and supporting information in accordance with the tender requirements Actively value engineering alternatives and identify risks/opportunities Generation of time risk quantum and strategy for delivery stage for approval by the Planning Manager/Bid Manager Reconciling VolkerStevin and sub-contract plant/labour and major material elements with the Estimator Apply resource levelling techniques during programme production for labour, plant and materials Interfacing with third parties to identify and resolve issues Meets deadlines through effective time management Effectively communicates the planning and programme elements at the tender handover meeting. In addition to the above, at CONTRACT STAGE the Planner is accountable to the Planning Manager and Project Lead for: Ensuring that the Contract Programme is produced, managed and maintained in accordance with the VolkerStevin Planning Standards The overall planning strategy and the timing/sequence of the contract programme activities Maintaining the planning deliverables in the timeframe agreed with the Project Team. These include monthly contract programme updates, monthly programme reporting and submission documentation The issue and communication of the Contract Programme to the Project Lead for onward issue to Client and Project Team In general, the Planner will: Be a proficient user of the VolkerStevin suite of planning software and provide guidance to others Actively develop their knowledge and experience of planning techniques, tools and competencies Continually develop construction techniques knowledge and experience Working knowledge of various forms of contract, specifications, methods of measurements, ECI experience, procedures and have the ability to direct focus of teams to required output Manage file and data storage within workspace/Asite Be an active member of the VolkerStevin and VolkerWessels Planning Community About you Construction Knowledge - Have a broad knowledge of various construction methods and techniques Risk & Opportunity - Be able to develop the project time risk strategy and seek opportunity Digital Planning - Proficient user of planning software and reports Commercial Knowledge - Have practical experience of various contract and programme/planning requirements within contract Communication - Active part of the project team with effective communication skills both written and oral. Teamwork & Collaboration - Puts aside personal agenda to work for the benefit of all stakeholders. Actively builds knowledge through sharing experience, ideas and expertise with others A Degree or HND in a relevant subject is desirable, as is Professional membership of one or more of the following: RICS/CIOB/RIBA/ICE/CIBSE. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed to VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
Oct 19, 2025
Full time
Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Planner to join VolkerStevin. The Senior Planner will be the Senior Planner for a number of VolkerStevin projects in the South East region. Under the supervision of the Planning Manager and Project lead to be responsible for implementing the requirements of the project planning/programme requirements in accordance with the VolkerStevin Planning Standards, ensuring compliance with the business management systems. The role may also have aspects of team management as and when required. A key part of the role is to establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with the project team, customer, supply chain and the wider planning community, becoming an integrated member of the project team. Key Accountabilities Responsible at TENDER STAG to the Planning Manager and Bid Manager for the range of activities involved in the project planning life cycle, which includes: Ensuring that the programme content is functionally compliant with the planning procedures and guidance Identifying planning scope, programme constraints and contract requirements Identifying major quantities and factors that may affect the programme Establishing and agreeing construction outputs, project calendars and working hours with operational support and Estimator Develop key methods of construction, sequencing, installation and commissioning works and agree with operational support and the Bid Team Producing and documenting the planning deliverables including tender planning worksheet, presentations, reports and drive the planning philosophy/strategy Produce the Tender Programme and supporting information in accordance with the tender requirements Actively value engineering alternatives and identify risks/opportunities Generation of time risk quantum and strategy for delivery stage for approval by the Planning Manager/Bid Manager Reconciling VolkerStevin and sub-contract plant/labour and major material elements with the Estimator Apply resource levelling techniques during programme production for labour, plant and materials Interfacing with third parties to identify and resolve issues Meets deadlines through effective time management Effectively communicates the planning and programme elements at the tender handover meeting. In addition to the above, at CONTRACT STAGE the Planner is accountable to the Planning Manager and Project Lead for: Ensuring that the Contract Programme is produced, managed and maintained in accordance with the VolkerStevin Planning Standards The overall planning strategy and the timing/sequence of the contract programme activities Maintaining the planning deliverables in the timeframe agreed with the Project Team. These include monthly contract programme updates, monthly programme reporting and submission documentation The issue and communication of the Contract Programme to the Project Lead for onward issue to Client and Project Team In general, the Planner will: Be a proficient user of the VolkerStevin suite of planning software and provide guidance to others Actively develop their knowledge and experience of planning techniques, tools and competencies Continually develop construction techniques knowledge and experience Working knowledge of various forms of contract, specifications, methods of measurements, ECI experience, procedures and have the ability to direct focus of teams to required output Manage file and data storage within workspace/Asite Be an active member of the VolkerStevin and VolkerWessels Planning Community About you Construction Knowledge - Have a broad knowledge of various construction methods and techniques Risk & Opportunity - Be able to develop the project time risk strategy and seek opportunity Digital Planning - Proficient user of planning software and reports Commercial Knowledge - Have practical experience of various contract and programme/planning requirements within contract Communication - Active part of the project team with effective communication skills both written and oral. Teamwork & Collaboration - Puts aside personal agenda to work for the benefit of all stakeholders. Actively builds knowledge through sharing experience, ideas and expertise with others A Degree or HND in a relevant subject is desirable, as is Professional membership of one or more of the following: RICS/CIOB/RIBA/ICE/CIBSE. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed to VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Planner to join VolkerStevin. The Senior Planner will be the Senior Planner for a number of VolkerStevin projects in the South East region. Under the supervision of the Planning Manager and Project lead to be responsible for implementing the requirements of the project planning/programme requirements in accordance with the VolkerStevin Planning Standards, ensuring compliance with the business management systems. The role may also have aspects of team management as and when required. A key part of the role is to establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with the project team, customer, supply chain and the wider planning community, becoming an integrated member of the project team. Key Accountabilities Responsible at TENDER STAG E to the Planning Manager and Bid Manager for the range of activities involved in the project planning life cycle, which includes: Ensuring that the programme content is functionally compliant with the planning procedures and guidance Identifying planning scope, programme constraints and contract requirements Identifying major quantities and factors that may affect the programme Establishing and agreeing construction outputs, project calendars and working hours with operational support and Estimator Develop key methods of construction, sequencing, installation and commissioning works and agree with operational support and the Bid Team Producing and documenting the planning deliverables including tender planning worksheet, presentations, reports and drive the planning philosophy/strategy Produce the Tender Programme and supporting information in accordance with the tender requirements Actively value engineering alternatives and identify risks/opportunities Generation of time risk quantum and strategy for delivery stage for approval by the Planning Manager/Bid Manager Reconciling VolkerStevin and sub-contract plant/labour and major material elements with the Estimator Apply resource levelling techniques during programme production for labour, plant and materials Interfacing with third parties to identify and resolve issues Meets deadlines through effective time management Effectively communicates the planning and programme elements at the tender handover meeting. In addition to the above, at CONTRACT STAGE the Planner is accountable to the Planning Manager and Project Lead for: Ensuring that the Contract Programme is produced, managed and maintained in accordance with the VolkerStevin Planning Standards The overall planning strategy and the timing/sequence of the contract programme activities Maintaining the planning deliverables in the timeframe agreed with the Project Team. These include monthly contract programme updates, monthly programme reporting and submission documentation The issue and communication of the Contract Programme to the Project Lead for onward issue to Client and Project Team In general, the Planner will: Be a proficient user of the VolkerStevin suite of planning software and provide guidance to others Actively develop their knowledge and experience of planning techniques, tools and competencies Continually develop construction techniques knowledge and experience Working knowledge of various forms of contract, specifications, methods of measurements, ECI experience, procedures and have the ability to direct focus of teams to required output Manage file and data storage within workspace/Asite Be an active member of the VolkerStevin and VolkerWessels Planning Community About you Construction Knowledge - Have a broad knowledge of various construction methods and techniques Risk & Opportunity - Be able to develop the project time risk strategy and seek opportunity Digital Planning - Proficient user of planning software and reports Commercial Knowledge - Have practical experience of various contract and programme/planning requirements within contract Communication - Active part of the project team with effective communication skills both written and oral. Teamwork & Collaboration - Puts aside personal agenda to work for the benefit of all stakeholders. Actively builds knowledge through sharing experience, ideas and expertise with others A Degree or HND in a relevant subject is desirable, as is Professional membership of one or more of the following: RICS/CIOB/RIBA/ICE/CIBSE. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
Oct 16, 2025
Full time
Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Planner to join VolkerStevin. The Senior Planner will be the Senior Planner for a number of VolkerStevin projects in the South East region. Under the supervision of the Planning Manager and Project lead to be responsible for implementing the requirements of the project planning/programme requirements in accordance with the VolkerStevin Planning Standards, ensuring compliance with the business management systems. The role may also have aspects of team management as and when required. A key part of the role is to establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with the project team, customer, supply chain and the wider planning community, becoming an integrated member of the project team. Key Accountabilities Responsible at TENDER STAG E to the Planning Manager and Bid Manager for the range of activities involved in the project planning life cycle, which includes: Ensuring that the programme content is functionally compliant with the planning procedures and guidance Identifying planning scope, programme constraints and contract requirements Identifying major quantities and factors that may affect the programme Establishing and agreeing construction outputs, project calendars and working hours with operational support and Estimator Develop key methods of construction, sequencing, installation and commissioning works and agree with operational support and the Bid Team Producing and documenting the planning deliverables including tender planning worksheet, presentations, reports and drive the planning philosophy/strategy Produce the Tender Programme and supporting information in accordance with the tender requirements Actively value engineering alternatives and identify risks/opportunities Generation of time risk quantum and strategy for delivery stage for approval by the Planning Manager/Bid Manager Reconciling VolkerStevin and sub-contract plant/labour and major material elements with the Estimator Apply resource levelling techniques during programme production for labour, plant and materials Interfacing with third parties to identify and resolve issues Meets deadlines through effective time management Effectively communicates the planning and programme elements at the tender handover meeting. In addition to the above, at CONTRACT STAGE the Planner is accountable to the Planning Manager and Project Lead for: Ensuring that the Contract Programme is produced, managed and maintained in accordance with the VolkerStevin Planning Standards The overall planning strategy and the timing/sequence of the contract programme activities Maintaining the planning deliverables in the timeframe agreed with the Project Team. These include monthly contract programme updates, monthly programme reporting and submission documentation The issue and communication of the Contract Programme to the Project Lead for onward issue to Client and Project Team In general, the Planner will: Be a proficient user of the VolkerStevin suite of planning software and provide guidance to others Actively develop their knowledge and experience of planning techniques, tools and competencies Continually develop construction techniques knowledge and experience Working knowledge of various forms of contract, specifications, methods of measurements, ECI experience, procedures and have the ability to direct focus of teams to required output Manage file and data storage within workspace/Asite Be an active member of the VolkerStevin and VolkerWessels Planning Community About you Construction Knowledge - Have a broad knowledge of various construction methods and techniques Risk & Opportunity - Be able to develop the project time risk strategy and seek opportunity Digital Planning - Proficient user of planning software and reports Commercial Knowledge - Have practical experience of various contract and programme/planning requirements within contract Communication - Active part of the project team with effective communication skills both written and oral. Teamwork & Collaboration - Puts aside personal agenda to work for the benefit of all stakeholders. Actively builds knowledge through sharing experience, ideas and expertise with others A Degree or HND in a relevant subject is desirable, as is Professional membership of one or more of the following: RICS/CIOB/RIBA/ICE/CIBSE. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
Senior Estimator
Are you an exceptional Estimator, Senior Estimator or Principal Estimator commercially biased with a track record of successfully estimating and tendering civil engineering projects? Would you like to work for a thriving, specialist civils, marine and infrastructure privately owned contractor delivering a range of interesting projects nationally? Do you enjoy the flexibility of working at home with occasional office and site visits working as part of an established pre construction and estimating team.
Due to continued success over the past two years of this £50M t/o region working as a Senior Estimator you will be further contributing towards achieving a full 2022 order book, this people orientated contractor is seeking to expand its preconstruction team whilst offering the opportunity to further develop your estimating and tendering skills.
Prior experience & qualifications should include most of the following areas;
NEC3/4 Project & contract experience
Understanding of Water/Marine/Public Realm civil engineering projects
Some exposure to estimating/tendering
Experience working as an Estimator / Senior Estimator / Principal Estimator
Experience using Causeway or comparable estimating software
A relevant civil or coastal engineering qualificationThis contractor is considered a specialist in their field, has high levels of retention within their team, a formidable reputation across core bluechip sectors. They pride their business in the treatment of people within their business, offering a team environment and great prospects for Estimators.
Dependant on levels of direct experience for a Principal Estimator salary range up to £80,000 p/a + package. For a confidential conversation please contact Joe Knowles at Girling Jones on (phone number removed) or click to apply.
Girling Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Oct 08, 2021
Permanent
Senior Estimator
Are you an exceptional Estimator, Senior Estimator or Principal Estimator commercially biased with a track record of successfully estimating and tendering civil engineering projects? Would you like to work for a thriving, specialist civils, marine and infrastructure privately owned contractor delivering a range of interesting projects nationally? Do you enjoy the flexibility of working at home with occasional office and site visits working as part of an established pre construction and estimating team.
Due to continued success over the past two years of this £50M t/o region working as a Senior Estimator you will be further contributing towards achieving a full 2022 order book, this people orientated contractor is seeking to expand its preconstruction team whilst offering the opportunity to further develop your estimating and tendering skills.
Prior experience & qualifications should include most of the following areas;
NEC3/4 Project & contract experience
Understanding of Water/Marine/Public Realm civil engineering projects
Some exposure to estimating/tendering
Experience working as an Estimator / Senior Estimator / Principal Estimator
Experience using Causeway or comparable estimating software
A relevant civil or coastal engineering qualificationThis contractor is considered a specialist in their field, has high levels of retention within their team, a formidable reputation across core bluechip sectors. They pride their business in the treatment of people within their business, offering a team environment and great prospects for Estimators.
Dependant on levels of direct experience for a Principal Estimator salary range up to £80,000 p/a + package. For a confidential conversation please contact Joe Knowles at Girling Jones on (phone number removed) or click to apply.
Girling Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
About Colas
Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a ‘Gold Investor in People’ award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential.
About the Role
Colas are recruiting for a Contracts Manager with experience in Vehicle Restraint Systems to manage Key Client expectations / contracts in the Eastern region whilst ensuring the compliance with all Quality procedures and safe working practices whilst undertaking all works to the highest possible Health, Safety and Environmental standards. You will be acting within financial authorities, in respect of contract revenue, expenditure and budgets in line with operational forecasts.
Principle Accountabilities:
* Provide leadership, motivation and direction to the contract unit delivery team
* Efficient management and utilisation of all business unit / company resource through programming, planning and effective dialogue with peers / clients
* Develop and update regular activity programmes for all contract responsibilities in accordance with client requirement
* Ensure the safe and efficient running of all contracts to budget with full responsibility for the financial performance of contracts
* Management and coordination of all financial account adjustment ensuring effective management of contract WIP
* Collation and analysis of monthly trading accounts resulting in required reporting in accordance with accounting timetable
* Preparation and explanation of annual budget forecast in partnership with business accountant
* Maintain / develop good relations with all key and potential clients incorporating regular meeting and site visits
* Be responsible for site safety by ensuring compliance to method statements and risk assessments using induction / tool box talks / appropriate use of PPE. Ensuring constant compliance to all applicable CDM regulations
* Promote and enhance safety awareness in the business, encouraging a zero tolerance to unsafe acts and a zero target for LTIs
* Demonstrate and deploy strong contractual and commercial awareness
* Hold a high level of experience in highway construction and maintenance
* Interaction with subcontractors ensuring all appropriate information is made available, review and approval of accounts prior to release of payment
* Arrange / convene pre-start, progress and review meetings ensuring discussion of variances, contractual arrangements and any required corrective actions
* Investigate and instigate appropriate actions over all insurance claims, completing necessary documentation and reporting within company procedure
* Support, encourage and develop all staff / operatives within your control identifying all appropriate training needs
* Attend all commercial and management meetings as directed
* Provide technical support to Senior Estimator during tender periods and receive and ensure compliance with Tender handover packs
* Assist Commercial estimating where required over the procurement of new works assisting with client development
About you
Applicants will have extensive experience working on fast track motorways and trunk roads within a Highways England environment. You will hold an Appropriate ONC/HNC/HND qualification in Construction / Civil Engineering.
You will also have:
* Commitment to Quality, Safety and Environment.
* Previous experience of NEC contract standards
* Proficient IT Skills
* Hold a relevant CSCS card (ideally Black card & CSCS 5-day safety qualification (SSTS / SMSTS)
* Fencing industry skills Scheme (FISS) accreditation
As well as a highly competitive salary, Colas are also offering some great benefits with this role, which include:
* Competitive pension contribution
* A company car allowance or a company car with a fuel card
* 25 days annual leave per annum + the option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave
* Flexible working
* Ongoing training, and personal professional development
Colas is fully committed to promoting equality and diversity and maintaining a culture of fairness, transparency and respect for all employees, clients, communities, suppliers, contractors and other stakeholders. Colas aims to be inclusive, meet diverse needs and promote awareness and ownership in the workplace and the communities in which we serve.
Colas values the strength and differences that a diverse workforce brings to the organisation and believes that by harnessing these differences, we will foster a productive environment where equity and mutual respect are intrinsic, where talents are being fully utilised and organisational goals are met
Oct 27, 2020
Permanent
About Colas
Colas Ltd are a UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries worldwide and employs over 55,000 people. We are specialists in highways construction and have been involved in large scale UK and international construction projects within the highways, airfields and marine sectors as well as offering highways maintenance services and manufacturing our own innovative surfacing products. We hold a ‘Gold Investor in People’ award for continuously developing and rewarding our employees, offering excellent career potential.
About the Role
Colas are recruiting for a Contracts Manager with experience in Vehicle Restraint Systems to manage Key Client expectations / contracts in the Eastern region whilst ensuring the compliance with all Quality procedures and safe working practices whilst undertaking all works to the highest possible Health, Safety and Environmental standards. You will be acting within financial authorities, in respect of contract revenue, expenditure and budgets in line with operational forecasts.
Principle Accountabilities:
* Provide leadership, motivation and direction to the contract unit delivery team
* Efficient management and utilisation of all business unit / company resource through programming, planning and effective dialogue with peers / clients
* Develop and update regular activity programmes for all contract responsibilities in accordance with client requirement
* Ensure the safe and efficient running of all contracts to budget with full responsibility for the financial performance of contracts
* Management and coordination of all financial account adjustment ensuring effective management of contract WIP
* Collation and analysis of monthly trading accounts resulting in required reporting in accordance with accounting timetable
* Preparation and explanation of annual budget forecast in partnership with business accountant
* Maintain / develop good relations with all key and potential clients incorporating regular meeting and site visits
* Be responsible for site safety by ensuring compliance to method statements and risk assessments using induction / tool box talks / appropriate use of PPE. Ensuring constant compliance to all applicable CDM regulations
* Promote and enhance safety awareness in the business, encouraging a zero tolerance to unsafe acts and a zero target for LTIs
* Demonstrate and deploy strong contractual and commercial awareness
* Hold a high level of experience in highway construction and maintenance
* Interaction with subcontractors ensuring all appropriate information is made available, review and approval of accounts prior to release of payment
* Arrange / convene pre-start, progress and review meetings ensuring discussion of variances, contractual arrangements and any required corrective actions
* Investigate and instigate appropriate actions over all insurance claims, completing necessary documentation and reporting within company procedure
* Support, encourage and develop all staff / operatives within your control identifying all appropriate training needs
* Attend all commercial and management meetings as directed
* Provide technical support to Senior Estimator during tender periods and receive and ensure compliance with Tender handover packs
* Assist Commercial estimating where required over the procurement of new works assisting with client development
About you
Applicants will have extensive experience working on fast track motorways and trunk roads within a Highways England environment. You will hold an Appropriate ONC/HNC/HND qualification in Construction / Civil Engineering.
You will also have:
* Commitment to Quality, Safety and Environment.
* Previous experience of NEC contract standards
* Proficient IT Skills
* Hold a relevant CSCS card (ideally Black card & CSCS 5-day safety qualification (SSTS / SMSTS)
* Fencing industry skills Scheme (FISS) accreditation
As well as a highly competitive salary, Colas are also offering some great benefits with this role, which include:
* Competitive pension contribution
* A company car allowance or a company car with a fuel card
* 25 days annual leave per annum + the option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave
* Flexible working
* Ongoing training, and personal professional development
Colas is fully committed to promoting equality and diversity and maintaining a culture of fairness, transparency and respect for all employees, clients, communities, suppliers, contractors and other stakeholders. Colas aims to be inclusive, meet diverse needs and promote awareness and ownership in the workplace and the communities in which we serve.
Colas values the strength and differences that a diverse workforce brings to the organisation and believes that by harnessing these differences, we will foster a productive environment where equity and mutual respect are intrinsic, where talents are being fully utilised and organisational goals are met
Our client is a regional principal civil engineering contractor who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator in their Warrington office. The company works on diverse tenders including specialist marine work such as port expansions and sea defence structures to urban regenerations, flood alleviation schemes, waste water treatment works, roads and infrastructure. The contractor self-deliver with their large directly employed labour force. Traditionally the value of projects range between £4m - £10 million but also deliver one-off schemes between £15m - £20 million.
The role is suitable for an Estimator looking for the opportunity to step into a senior role or an established Senior Estimator that'll work with the senior management of the business.
About the Company/Client/Project: The business offer an excellent approach to working flexibly, focussing on creating an environment built for the employees. The successful candidate will be rewarded with an outstanding working environment, opportunities to progress as well as a package that gives you security and recognises your contribution to the business. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: You will hold a minimum of HNC/HND Civil Engineering qualification and ideally have a technical engineering background
Oct 27, 2020
Permanent
Our client is a regional principal civil engineering contractor who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator in their Warrington office. The company works on diverse tenders including specialist marine work such as port expansions and sea defence structures to urban regenerations, flood alleviation schemes, waste water treatment works, roads and infrastructure. The contractor self-deliver with their large directly employed labour force. Traditionally the value of projects range between £4m - £10 million but also deliver one-off schemes between £15m - £20 million.
The role is suitable for an Estimator looking for the opportunity to step into a senior role or an established Senior Estimator that'll work with the senior management of the business.
About the Company/Client/Project: The business offer an excellent approach to working flexibly, focussing on creating an environment built for the employees. The successful candidate will be rewarded with an outstanding working environment, opportunities to progress as well as a package that gives you security and recognises your contribution to the business. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: You will hold a minimum of HNC/HND Civil Engineering qualification and ideally have a technical engineering background
Our client is a regional principal civil engineering contractor who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator in their Warrington office. The company works on diverse tenders including specialist marine work such as port expansions and sea defence structures to urban regenerations, flood alleviation schemes, waste water treatment works, roads and infrastructure. The contractor self-deliver with their large directly employed labour force. Traditionally the value of projects range between £4m - £10 million but also deliver one-off schemes between £15m - £20 million.
The role is suitable for an Estimator looking for the opportunity to step into a senior role or an established Senior Estimator that'll work with the senior management of the business.
About the Company/Client/Project: The business offer an excellent approach to working flexibly, focussing on creating an environment built for the employees. The successful candidate will be rewarded with an outstanding working environment, opportunities to progress as well as a package that gives you security and recognises your contribution to the business. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: You will hold a minimum of HNC/HND Civil Engineering qualification and ideally have a technical engineering background
Sep 28, 2020
Permanent
Our client is a regional principal civil engineering contractor who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator in their Warrington office. The company works on diverse tenders including specialist marine work such as port expansions and sea defence structures to urban regenerations, flood alleviation schemes, waste water treatment works, roads and infrastructure. The contractor self-deliver with their large directly employed labour force. Traditionally the value of projects range between £4m - £10 million but also deliver one-off schemes between £15m - £20 million.
The role is suitable for an Estimator looking for the opportunity to step into a senior role or an established Senior Estimator that'll work with the senior management of the business.
About the Company/Client/Project: The business offer an excellent approach to working flexibly, focussing on creating an environment built for the employees. The successful candidate will be rewarded with an outstanding working environment, opportunities to progress as well as a package that gives you security and recognises your contribution to the business. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: You will hold a minimum of HNC/HND Civil Engineering qualification and ideally have a technical engineering background
As an infrastructure specialist, Murphy directly employs more than 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives across the world. We operate in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada. We have a number of specialist capabilities such as pipelines, process, marine, tunnelling and piling, and we invest heavily in our substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities.
Assistant Project Manager - Rail
Based Ulleskelf with travel
The Trans-Pennine Route Upgrade aims to deliver faster, longer, more frequent and more reliable services across the north of England, from Newcastle, Hull and York towards Manchester and Liverpool via Leeds.
The East of Leeds part of the Trans-Pennine Route between York and Leeds was awarded to an Alliance including J. Murphy and Sons.
Main Purpose of Role
To work with the Project Manager with the overall management and delivery of project and manage the delivery of a Section(s) of the project.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure that the work in the team is carried out in accordance with Company procedures and that a high level of professionalism is maintained
* Assist in the management of external design teams on behalf of the Design Manager, ensuring they achieve targets and milestones set
* With the assistance of the Design Manager, work to and maintain the contract programme ensuring key milestones are achieved
* Ensure that commercial change is captured and reported to the Client at the earliest opportunity by liaising with the Design Manager and QS
* Plan, programme and resource site surveys in accordance with the designer's specification
* Prepare site paperwork associated with survey works in accordance with Company SHESQ procedures and policies (WPP's, TBS's, Risk Assessments, ALO Plans etc)
* Liaise with and obtain quotes from sub-contractors for specialist work items, in accordance with Company procurement procedures
* Assist the estimator in producing estimates to undertake design and survey works
* Liaise with key stakeholders associated with the scheme at an early stage to understand their requirements and expectations
* Prepare site land access strategies for schemes and submit to the Client
* Liaise with the Client's land agents to ensure agreements with third party land owners are made in advance and appropriate to the requirements of schemes
* Liaise with internal Company environmental team to understand environmental constraints and mitigation on schemes
* Undertake site visits when appropriate
* Assist the CRE in the preparation of detailed designs in accordance with Client standards
Experience & Qualifications
* Site Management or Site Engineer background is ideal for this role
* Proven civils construction experience, in a railway environment
* Design management exposure would be good
* Experience of working on Network Rail projects
* Experienced in preparing site paperwork
* Strong project management experience and confident when dealing with the Client and working with programmes
* Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft packages, including Microsoft Project, and PDF editors
* HND or HNC in Civil engineering
* APM qualification
* IOSH or similar safety qualification
* Flexible working approach and happy to travel
Sep 09, 2020
Permanent
As an infrastructure specialist, Murphy directly employs more than 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives across the world. We operate in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada. We have a number of specialist capabilities such as pipelines, process, marine, tunnelling and piling, and we invest heavily in our substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities.
Assistant Project Manager - Rail
Based Ulleskelf with travel
The Trans-Pennine Route Upgrade aims to deliver faster, longer, more frequent and more reliable services across the north of England, from Newcastle, Hull and York towards Manchester and Liverpool via Leeds.
The East of Leeds part of the Trans-Pennine Route between York and Leeds was awarded to an Alliance including J. Murphy and Sons.
Main Purpose of Role
To work with the Project Manager with the overall management and delivery of project and manage the delivery of a Section(s) of the project.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure that the work in the team is carried out in accordance with Company procedures and that a high level of professionalism is maintained
* Assist in the management of external design teams on behalf of the Design Manager, ensuring they achieve targets and milestones set
* With the assistance of the Design Manager, work to and maintain the contract programme ensuring key milestones are achieved
* Ensure that commercial change is captured and reported to the Client at the earliest opportunity by liaising with the Design Manager and QS
* Plan, programme and resource site surveys in accordance with the designer's specification
* Prepare site paperwork associated with survey works in accordance with Company SHESQ procedures and policies (WPP's, TBS's, Risk Assessments, ALO Plans etc)
* Liaise with and obtain quotes from sub-contractors for specialist work items, in accordance with Company procurement procedures
* Assist the estimator in producing estimates to undertake design and survey works
* Liaise with key stakeholders associated with the scheme at an early stage to understand their requirements and expectations
* Prepare site land access strategies for schemes and submit to the Client
* Liaise with the Client's land agents to ensure agreements with third party land owners are made in advance and appropriate to the requirements of schemes
* Liaise with internal Company environmental team to understand environmental constraints and mitigation on schemes
* Undertake site visits when appropriate
* Assist the CRE in the preparation of detailed designs in accordance with Client standards
Experience & Qualifications
* Site Management or Site Engineer background is ideal for this role
* Proven civils construction experience, in a railway environment
* Design management exposure would be good
* Experience of working on Network Rail projects
* Experienced in preparing site paperwork
* Strong project management experience and confident when dealing with the Client and working with programmes
* Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft packages, including Microsoft Project, and PDF editors
* HND or HNC in Civil engineering
* APM qualification
* IOSH or similar safety qualification
* Flexible working approach and happy to travel
Our client is a regional principal civil engineering contractor who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator in their Warrington office. The company works on diverse tenders including specialist marine work such as port expansions and sea defence structures to urban regenerations, flood alleviation schemes, waste water treatment works, roads and infrastructure. The contractor self-deliver with their large directly employed labour force. Traditionally the value of projects range between £4m - £10 million but also deliver one-off schemes between £15m - £20 million.
The role is suitable for an Estimator looking for the opportunity to step into a senior role or an established Senior Estimator that'll work with the senior management of the business.
About the Company/Client/Project: The business offer an excellent approach to working flexibly, focussing on creating an environment built for the employees. The successful candidate will be rewarded with an outstanding working environment, opportunities to progress as well as a package that gives you security and recognises your contribution to the business. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: You will hold a minimum of HNC/HND Civil Engineering qualification and ideally have a technical engineering background
Aug 03, 2020
Permanent
Our client is a regional principal civil engineering contractor who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator in their Warrington office. The company works on diverse tenders including specialist marine work such as port expansions and sea defence structures to urban regenerations, flood alleviation schemes, waste water treatment works, roads and infrastructure. The contractor self-deliver with their large directly employed labour force. Traditionally the value of projects range between £4m - £10 million but also deliver one-off schemes between £15m - £20 million.
The role is suitable for an Estimator looking for the opportunity to step into a senior role or an established Senior Estimator that'll work with the senior management of the business.
About the Company/Client/Project: The business offer an excellent approach to working flexibly, focussing on creating an environment built for the employees. The successful candidate will be rewarded with an outstanding working environment, opportunities to progress as well as a package that gives you security and recognises your contribution to the business. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: You will hold a minimum of HNC/HND Civil Engineering qualification and ideally have a technical engineering background
Estimator - Permanent
Belfast
Heavy Civil / Marine
My client is who are family run contractor and renowned for civil engineering & marine infrastructure projects are requiring an Estimator to join them on a permanent basis. This will be based in Belfast and projects are roads, bridges, rivers and marine. They have been established over 100 years in Ireland and the UK and growing year on year.
There vision is to be a world-class family owned specialist contracting business that will grow to be the most respected in the construction and services sectors.
Very competitive Salary and package is on offer and negotiable (depending on experience)
The position will be based in Belfast at there Head Office.
If you are an Civil Estimator and interested in this opportunity then Please contact Consortio with your most up to date CV, all correspondence will be treated in confidence
Jul 23, 2020
Permanent
Estimator - Permanent
Belfast
Heavy Civil / Marine
My client is who are family run contractor and renowned for civil engineering & marine infrastructure projects are requiring an Estimator to join them on a permanent basis. This will be based in Belfast and projects are roads, bridges, rivers and marine. They have been established over 100 years in Ireland and the UK and growing year on year.
There vision is to be a world-class family owned specialist contracting business that will grow to be the most respected in the construction and services sectors.
Very competitive Salary and package is on offer and negotiable (depending on experience)
The position will be based in Belfast at there Head Office.
If you are an Civil Estimator and interested in this opportunity then Please contact Consortio with your most up to date CV, all correspondence will be treated in confidence
As an infrastructure specialist, Murphy directly employs more than 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives across the world. We operate in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada. We have a number of specialist capabilities such as pipelines, process, marine, tunnelling and piling, and we invest heavily in our substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities.
Assistant Project Manager - Rail
Based Ulleskelf with travel
The Trans-Pennine Route Upgrade aims to deliver faster, longer, more frequent and more reliable services across the north of England, from Newcastle, Hull and York towards Manchester and Liverpool via Leeds.
The East of Leeds part of the Trans-Pennine Route between York and Leeds was awarded to an Alliance including J. Murphy and Sons.
Main Purpose of Role
To work with the Project Manager with the overall management and delivery of project and manage the delivery of a Section(s) of the project.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure that the work in the team is carried out in accordance with Company procedures and that a high level of professionalism is maintained
* Assist in the management of external design teams on behalf of the Design Manager, ensuring they achieve targets and milestones set
* With the assistance of the Design Manager, work to and maintain the contract programme ensuring key milestones are achieved
* Ensure that commercial change is captured and reported to the Client at the earliest opportunity by liaising with the Design Manager and QS
* Plan, programme and resource site surveys in accordance with the designer's specification
* Prepare site paperwork associated with survey works in accordance with Company SHESQ procedures and policies (WPP's, TBS's, Risk Assessments, ALO Plans etc)
* Liaise with and obtain quotes from sub-contractors for specialist work items, in accordance with Company procurement procedures
* Assist the estimator in producing estimates to undertake design and survey works
* Liaise with key stakeholders associated with the scheme at an early stage to understand their requirements and expectations
* Prepare site land access strategies for schemes and submit to the Client
* Liaise with the Client's land agents to ensure agreements with third party land owners are made in advance and appropriate to the requirements of schemes
* Liaise with internal Company environmental team to understand environmental constraints and mitigation on schemes
* Undertake site visits when appropriate
* Assist the CRE in the preparation of detailed designs in accordance with Client standards
Experience & Qualifications
* Site Management or Site Engineer background is ideal for this role
* Proven civils construction experience, in a railway environment
* Design management exposure would be good
* Experience of working on Network Rail projects
* Experienced in preparing site paperwork
* Strong project management experience and confident when dealing with the Client and working with programmes
* Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft packages, including Microsoft Project, and PDF editors
* HND or HNC in Civil engineering
* APM qualification
* IOSH or similar safety qualification
* Flexible working approach and happy to travel
Jul 14, 2020
Permanent
As an infrastructure specialist, Murphy directly employs more than 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives across the world. We operate in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada. We have a number of specialist capabilities such as pipelines, process, marine, tunnelling and piling, and we invest heavily in our substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities.
Assistant Project Manager - Rail
Based Ulleskelf with travel
The Trans-Pennine Route Upgrade aims to deliver faster, longer, more frequent and more reliable services across the north of England, from Newcastle, Hull and York towards Manchester and Liverpool via Leeds.
The East of Leeds part of the Trans-Pennine Route between York and Leeds was awarded to an Alliance including J. Murphy and Sons.
Main Purpose of Role
To work with the Project Manager with the overall management and delivery of project and manage the delivery of a Section(s) of the project.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure that the work in the team is carried out in accordance with Company procedures and that a high level of professionalism is maintained
* Assist in the management of external design teams on behalf of the Design Manager, ensuring they achieve targets and milestones set
* With the assistance of the Design Manager, work to and maintain the contract programme ensuring key milestones are achieved
* Ensure that commercial change is captured and reported to the Client at the earliest opportunity by liaising with the Design Manager and QS
* Plan, programme and resource site surveys in accordance with the designer's specification
* Prepare site paperwork associated with survey works in accordance with Company SHESQ procedures and policies (WPP's, TBS's, Risk Assessments, ALO Plans etc)
* Liaise with and obtain quotes from sub-contractors for specialist work items, in accordance with Company procurement procedures
* Assist the estimator in producing estimates to undertake design and survey works
* Liaise with key stakeholders associated with the scheme at an early stage to understand their requirements and expectations
* Prepare site land access strategies for schemes and submit to the Client
* Liaise with the Client's land agents to ensure agreements with third party land owners are made in advance and appropriate to the requirements of schemes
* Liaise with internal Company environmental team to understand environmental constraints and mitigation on schemes
* Undertake site visits when appropriate
* Assist the CRE in the preparation of detailed designs in accordance with Client standards
Experience & Qualifications
* Site Management or Site Engineer background is ideal for this role
* Proven civils construction experience, in a railway environment
* Design management exposure would be good
* Experience of working on Network Rail projects
* Experienced in preparing site paperwork
* Strong project management experience and confident when dealing with the Client and working with programmes
* Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft packages, including Microsoft Project, and PDF editors
* HND or HNC in Civil engineering
* APM qualification
* IOSH or similar safety qualification
* Flexible working approach and happy to travel
Our client is a regional principal civil engineering contractor who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator in their Warrington office. The company works on diverse tenders including specialist marine work such as port expansions and sea defence structures to urban regenerations, flood alleviation schemes, waste water treatment works, roads and infrastructure. The contractor self-deliver with their large directly employed labour force. Traditionally the value of projects range between £4m - £10 million but also deliver one-off schemes between £15m - £20 million.
The role is suitable for an Estimator looking for the opportunity to step into a senior role or an established Senior Estimator that'll work with the senior management of the business.
About the Company/Client/Project: The business offer an excellent approach to working flexibly, focussing on creating an environment built for the employees. The successful candidate will be rewarded with an outstanding working environment, opportunities to progress as well as a package that gives you security and recognises your contribution to the business. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: You will hold a minimum of HNC/HND Civil Engineering qualification and ideally have a technical engineering background
Jul 07, 2020
Permanent
Our client is a regional principal civil engineering contractor who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator in their Warrington office. The company works on diverse tenders including specialist marine work such as port expansions and sea defence structures to urban regenerations, flood alleviation schemes, waste water treatment works, roads and infrastructure. The contractor self-deliver with their large directly employed labour force. Traditionally the value of projects range between £4m - £10 million but also deliver one-off schemes between £15m - £20 million.
The role is suitable for an Estimator looking for the opportunity to step into a senior role or an established Senior Estimator that'll work with the senior management of the business.
About the Company/Client/Project: The business offer an excellent approach to working flexibly, focussing on creating an environment built for the employees. The successful candidate will be rewarded with an outstanding working environment, opportunities to progress as well as a package that gives you security and recognises your contribution to the business. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: You will hold a minimum of HNC/HND Civil Engineering qualification and ideally have a technical engineering background
Civils Estimator
Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees (with travel to local project sites)
If you are an experienced estimator from a construction background, this is a brilliant opportunity to develop your career with a highly respected business.
About Us
As a market leader in marine decommissioning, ABLE UK operates a number of ports and is a major land owner and developer functioning across the North of England. We have recently welcomed the second Shell Brent platform to our Able Seaton Port (ASP) in Hartlepool.
We are currently looking for a Civils Estimator to join our dedicated team in Billingham.
The Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 21 days’ holiday (rising to 25 with service) plus statutory days
- Develop your career with a leader in complex demolition processes
- Finish early on Fridays
This is an exciting opportunity to support our ongoing growth by ensuring that we remain competitive in our market and continue to deliver high-quality projects.
Our team values hard work, common sense and discipline, particularly in regard to maintaining an excellent health and safety record. We are decisive, well-resourced and entrepreneurial. If you think you’d succeed as part of our forward-thinking organisation, we want to hear from you.
The Role
As a Civils Estimator, you will develop competitive, cost-effective tenders.
Working as part of the Estimating Department, you’ll contribute to tenders involving deep drainage, electricity distribution, groundworks, sub-structures, structures, hard landscapes and piling.
Some of your duties will include:
- Developing an accurate value for complex civils schemes
- Managing all stages of the tendering process
- Helping to prepare pre-qualification questionnaires and quality statements
- Attending meetings with clients, sub-contractors, senior management and other team members
- Selecting and appointing sub-contractors
About You
To join us as a Civils Estimator, you’ll need:
- At least five years’ construction experience
- Previous experience as an estimator or in a similar role
- Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise with individuals at all levels
- To be self-motivated, proactive and flexible
Ideally, you will have a minimum of five years’ experience as an estimator.
Other organisations may call this role Estimator, Construction Estimator, Cost Estimator, Project Estimator, or Civil Engineering Estimator.
This is a full-time role, working 8:00 – 17:00, Monday – Thursday and 8:00 – 16:00 on Fridays.
Webrecruit and ABLE UK are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
So, if you’re seeking your next challenge as a Civils Engineer, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency
Jun 08, 2020
Permanent
Civils Estimator
Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees (with travel to local project sites)
If you are an experienced estimator from a construction background, this is a brilliant opportunity to develop your career with a highly respected business.
About Us
As a market leader in marine decommissioning, ABLE UK operates a number of ports and is a major land owner and developer functioning across the North of England. We have recently welcomed the second Shell Brent platform to our Able Seaton Port (ASP) in Hartlepool.
We are currently looking for a Civils Estimator to join our dedicated team in Billingham.
The Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 21 days’ holiday (rising to 25 with service) plus statutory days
- Develop your career with a leader in complex demolition processes
- Finish early on Fridays
This is an exciting opportunity to support our ongoing growth by ensuring that we remain competitive in our market and continue to deliver high-quality projects.
Our team values hard work, common sense and discipline, particularly in regard to maintaining an excellent health and safety record. We are decisive, well-resourced and entrepreneurial. If you think you’d succeed as part of our forward-thinking organisation, we want to hear from you.
The Role
As a Civils Estimator, you will develop competitive, cost-effective tenders.
Working as part of the Estimating Department, you’ll contribute to tenders involving deep drainage, electricity distribution, groundworks, sub-structures, structures, hard landscapes and piling.
Some of your duties will include:
- Developing an accurate value for complex civils schemes
- Managing all stages of the tendering process
- Helping to prepare pre-qualification questionnaires and quality statements
- Attending meetings with clients, sub-contractors, senior management and other team members
- Selecting and appointing sub-contractors
About You
To join us as a Civils Estimator, you’ll need:
- At least five years’ construction experience
- Previous experience as an estimator or in a similar role
- Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise with individuals at all levels
- To be self-motivated, proactive and flexible
Ideally, you will have a minimum of five years’ experience as an estimator.
Other organisations may call this role Estimator, Construction Estimator, Cost Estimator, Project Estimator, or Civil Engineering Estimator.
This is a full-time role, working 8:00 – 17:00, Monday – Thursday and 8:00 – 16:00 on Fridays.
Webrecruit and ABLE UK are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
So, if you’re seeking your next challenge as a Civils Engineer, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency
Our client is a regional principal civil engineering contractor who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator in their Warrington office. The company works on diverse tenders including specialist marine work such as port expansions and sea defence structures to urban regenerations, flood alleviation schemes, waste water treatment works, roads and infrastructure. The contractor self-deliver with their large directly employed labour force. Traditionally the value of projects range between £4m - £10 million but also deliver one-off schemes between £15m - £20 million.
The role is suitable for an Estimator looking for the opportunity to step into a senior role or an established Senior Estimator that'll work with the senior management of the business.
About the Company/Client/Project: The business offer an excellent approach to working flexibly, focussing on creating an environment built for the employees. The successful candidate will be rewarded with an outstanding working environment, opportunities to progress as well as a package that gives you security and recognises your contribution to the business. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: You will hold a minimum of HNC/HND Civil Engineering qualification and ideally have a technical engineering background
Jun 08, 2020
Permanent
Our client is a regional principal civil engineering contractor who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator in their Warrington office. The company works on diverse tenders including specialist marine work such as port expansions and sea defence structures to urban regenerations, flood alleviation schemes, waste water treatment works, roads and infrastructure. The contractor self-deliver with their large directly employed labour force. Traditionally the value of projects range between £4m - £10 million but also deliver one-off schemes between £15m - £20 million.
The role is suitable for an Estimator looking for the opportunity to step into a senior role or an established Senior Estimator that'll work with the senior management of the business.
About the Company/Client/Project: The business offer an excellent approach to working flexibly, focussing on creating an environment built for the employees. The successful candidate will be rewarded with an outstanding working environment, opportunities to progress as well as a package that gives you security and recognises your contribution to the business. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: You will hold a minimum of HNC/HND Civil Engineering qualification and ideally have a technical engineering background
Our client is a regional principal civil engineering contractor who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator in their Warrington office. The company works on diverse tenders including specialist marine work such as port expansions and sea defence structures to urban regenerations, flood alleviation schemes, waste water treatment works, roads and infrastructure. The contractor self-deliver with their large directly employed labour force. Traditionally the value of projects range between £4m - £10 million but also deliver one-off schemes between £15m - £20 million.
The role is suitable for an Estimator looking for the opportunity to step into a senior role or an established Senior Estimator that'll work with the senior management of the business.
About the Company/Client/Project: The business offer an excellent approach to working flexibly, focussing on creating an environment built for the employees. The successful candidate will be rewarded with an outstanding working environment, opportunities to progress as well as a package that gives you security and recognises your contribution to the business. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: You will hold a minimum of HNC/HND Civil Engineering qualification and ideally have a technical engineering background
Apr 26, 2020
Permanent
Our client is a regional principal civil engineering contractor who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator in their Warrington office. The company works on diverse tenders including specialist marine work such as port expansions and sea defence structures to urban regenerations, flood alleviation schemes, waste water treatment works, roads and infrastructure. The contractor self-deliver with their large directly employed labour force. Traditionally the value of projects range between £4m - £10 million but also deliver one-off schemes between £15m - £20 million.
The role is suitable for an Estimator looking for the opportunity to step into a senior role or an established Senior Estimator that'll work with the senior management of the business.
About the Company/Client/Project: The business offer an excellent approach to working flexibly, focussing on creating an environment built for the employees. The successful candidate will be rewarded with an outstanding working environment, opportunities to progress as well as a package that gives you security and recognises your contribution to the business. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: You will hold a minimum of HNC/HND Civil Engineering qualification and ideally have a technical engineering background
Our client is a regional principal civil engineering contractor who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator in their Warrington office. The company works on diverse tenders including specialist marine work such as port expansions and sea defence structures to urban regenerations, flood alleviation schemes, waste water treatment works, roads and infrastructure. The contractor self-deliver with their large directly employed labour force. Traditionally the value of projects range between £4m - £10 million but also deliver one-off schemes between £15m - £20 million.
The role is suitable for an Estimator looking for the opportunity to step into a senior role or an established Senior Estimator that'll work with the senior management of the business.
About the Company/Client/Project: The business offer an excellent approach to working flexibly, focussing on creating an environment built for the employees. The successful candidate will be rewarded with an outstanding working environment, opportunities to progress as well as a package that gives you security and recognises your contribution to the business. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: You will hold a minimum of HNC/HND Civil Engineering qualification and ideally have a technical engineering background
Apr 26, 2020
Permanent
Our client is a regional principal civil engineering contractor who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator in their Warrington office. The company works on diverse tenders including specialist marine work such as port expansions and sea defence structures to urban regenerations, flood alleviation schemes, waste water treatment works, roads and infrastructure. The contractor self-deliver with their large directly employed labour force. Traditionally the value of projects range between £4m - £10 million but also deliver one-off schemes between £15m - £20 million.
The role is suitable for an Estimator looking for the opportunity to step into a senior role or an established Senior Estimator that'll work with the senior management of the business.
About the Company/Client/Project: The business offer an excellent approach to working flexibly, focussing on creating an environment built for the employees. The successful candidate will be rewarded with an outstanding working environment, opportunities to progress as well as a package that gives you security and recognises your contribution to the business. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: You will hold a minimum of HNC/HND Civil Engineering qualification and ideally have a technical engineering background
Our client is a regional principal civil engineering contractor who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator in their Warrington office. The company works on diverse tenders including specialist marine work such as port expansions and sea defence structures to urban regenerations, flood alleviation schemes, waste water treatment works, roads and infrastructure. The contractor self-deliver with their large directly employed labour force. Traditionally the value of projects range between £4m - £10 million but also deliver one-off schemes between £15m - £20 million.
The role is suitable for an Estimator looking for the opportunity to step into a senior role or an established Senior Estimator that'll work with the senior management of the business.
About the Company/Client/Project: The business offer an excellent approach to working flexibly, focussing on creating an environment built for the employees. The successful candidate will be rewarded with an outstanding working environment, opportunities to progress as well as a package that gives you security and recognises your contribution to the business. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: You will hold a minimum of HNC/HND Civil Engineering qualification and ideally have a technical engineering background
Apr 26, 2020
Permanent
Our client is a regional principal civil engineering contractor who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator in their Warrington office. The company works on diverse tenders including specialist marine work such as port expansions and sea defence structures to urban regenerations, flood alleviation schemes, waste water treatment works, roads and infrastructure. The contractor self-deliver with their large directly employed labour force. Traditionally the value of projects range between £4m - £10 million but also deliver one-off schemes between £15m - £20 million.
The role is suitable for an Estimator looking for the opportunity to step into a senior role or an established Senior Estimator that'll work with the senior management of the business.
About the Company/Client/Project: The business offer an excellent approach to working flexibly, focussing on creating an environment built for the employees. The successful candidate will be rewarded with an outstanding working environment, opportunities to progress as well as a package that gives you security and recognises your contribution to the business. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: You will hold a minimum of HNC/HND Civil Engineering qualification and ideally have a technical engineering background
Breagh Recruitment
Sligo Rd, Letterbreen, Enniskillen BT74, UK
Who you’ll be working for:
Working across various sectors of the civil industry, including water mains, sewage, treatment works, roads, bridges and marine works, we have an opportunity for an experienced Quantity surveyor, to join a successful civil engineering company, based in their offices in Co Sligo, on a permanent basis.
What you’ll need to have:
The successful candidate will have a construction / Civil engineering / Quantity surveying degree, experience in Civil Works, especially Water & Sewer pipelines & Treatment Plants, Pricing contracts, Interim account, Claims etc, 10 years + experience.
What you’ll be doing:
• Preparation and estimating of tenders for submission
• Preparation and monitoring of works programmes
• Interim valuations and final accounts
• Attend site progress and cost meetings and liaising with sub-contractors
• Taking contracts from procurement through to final accounts
• Primarily focused on managing the profitability of projects
What you’ll get in return:
Salary will be in the region of €70,000 - €80,000, which will be fully negotiable depending on experience, along with a full benefits package.
How to apply:
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date CV to Cathal McKeever, or call us now on +44(0)7724790015
The Breagh Team
Breagh Recruitment are the go to specialist construction and engineering recruitment consultants across the UK and Ireland, with an ethos based on flexibility, hard work and a bit of good old common sense. We live within these core values servicing our clients and candidates on a daily basis.
Key roles we recruit for include: Health & Safety managers, project managers, construction managers, site engineers, quantity surveyors, civil engineers, estimators, buyers, bid managers and site supervisors, across Ireland and the UK
Jan 22, 2017
Who you’ll be working for:
Working across various sectors of the civil industry, including water mains, sewage, treatment works, roads, bridges and marine works, we have an opportunity for an experienced Quantity surveyor, to join a successful civil engineering company, based in their offices in Co Sligo, on a permanent basis.
What you’ll need to have:
The successful candidate will have a construction / Civil engineering / Quantity surveying degree, experience in Civil Works, especially Water & Sewer pipelines & Treatment Plants, Pricing contracts, Interim account, Claims etc, 10 years + experience.
What you’ll be doing:
• Preparation and estimating of tenders for submission
• Preparation and monitoring of works programmes
• Interim valuations and final accounts
• Attend site progress and cost meetings and liaising with sub-contractors
• Taking contracts from procurement through to final accounts
• Primarily focused on managing the profitability of projects
What you’ll get in return:
Salary will be in the region of €70,000 - €80,000, which will be fully negotiable depending on experience, along with a full benefits package.
How to apply:
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date CV to Cathal McKeever, or call us now on +44(0)7724790015
The Breagh Team
Breagh Recruitment are the go to specialist construction and engineering recruitment consultants across the UK and Ireland, with an ethos based on flexibility, hard work and a bit of good old common sense. We live within these core values servicing our clients and candidates on a daily basis.
Key roles we recruit for include: Health & Safety managers, project managers, construction managers, site engineers, quantity surveyors, civil engineers, estimators, buyers, bid managers and site supervisors, across Ireland and the UK
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