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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 are hiring! An exciting opportunity for an Estimator has arisen and we would like to hear from you.

The Estimator/Senior Estimator is an integral member of the Work Winning Team; being responsible for the effective and efficient securing of suitable work for the Business. It is expected that they will act in a professional and responsible way at all times maintaining good working relations with client, designers, site management, our chain of sub-contractors, and suppliers.

VolkerGroundEngineering are looking for the following:

Experience

Piling
Geotechnical
Estimating
Reside in North West.
Role full time in Preston HQ but will need to travel to meet clients etc.
Role will involve provided tenders for Steel and concrete piling.

About you

Foundation Degree / BTEC/ 2nd year Apprentice / Degree in Civil Engineering.
Minimum of 1 years of varied site experience in Civil Engineering.
Work in a Team Environment
Logical and well organised with ability to prioritise
Numerate and accurate
Commercial Awareness (including risk management)
Presentation skills - Written and Verbal
Positive response to pressure
Technically competent
Proficient computer use - Microsoft Office and Project
Negotiation skills
Customer awareness
Time management skills
Flexibility and motivation / commitment
Gains colleagues and customers respect for their viewsIf 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
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 serviceFairness, 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.

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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