Estimator, Engineering, Civil Engineering

Bennett & Game are working with a well-established geotechnical and specialist engineering contractor based in Chesterfield, who are looking to appoint a Geotechnical Estimator as part of their continued growth strategy.

This role offers the opportunity to be involved in a wide range of technically challenging projects, supporting both tendering and live works from a commercial and estimating perspective. The Geotechnical Estimator will be responsible for the day-to-day preparation of estimates and bids, in line with the company's commercial strategy and financial objectives. The role involves proactively managing enquiries from initial issue through to award or close-out, maintaining strong client relationships and supporting the wider commercial and operational teams to maximise project success and commercial recovery.

Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate estimates for geotechnical and specialist works from enquiry to tender submission. Assess tender opportunities to ensure alignment with capability, risk and commercial objectives. Produce pricing, proposals and tender documentation in line with client requirements. Support bid writing, pricing strategy and timely tender submissions. Attend site visits, pre-tender and client meetings as required. Liaise closely with operations, commercial and finance teams to ensure deliverable and robust estimates.

Provide estimating input to Project Managers and H&S teams on methods, materials and specialist techniques. Lead project handovers following successful bids. Support live projects with variations and compensation events where required. Proactively follow up enquiries to improve hit rates and conversion. Build and maintain strong client relationships and promote the company's capabilities. Ensure tender approvals, assumptions and exclusions are clearly documented and compliant with authority limits.

Candidate Requirements Previous experience in an estimating role within geotechnical, civil engineering or specialist construction works. Strong commercial awareness and ability to identify and manage risk at tender stage. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Organised, proactive and capable of managing multiple enquiries concurrently. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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