Graduate Geotechnical Estimator

Position: Graduate Geotechnical Estimator (Permanent)
Graduate Geotechnical Estimator

Manchester

Permanent Opportunity

£26000 to £30000 per Annum

An exciting opportunity is available for a Graduate Geotechnical Estimator to join a specialist ground engineering contractor based in Manchester. This is an ideal role for a recent graduate who enjoys working with numbers, understanding construction risk, and contributing to commercially successful projects rather than focusing purely on design calculations.

This position offers early responsibility and exposure to the full tendering lifecycle. As a Graduate Geotechnical Estimator, you will work closely with senior estimators, engineers, and the wider commercial team to price ground improvement and foundation solutions for a wide range of infrastructure and construction schemes.

Key Responsibilities

As a Graduate Geotechnical Estimator, you will prepare cost estimates and budgets for geotechnical and ground engineering works
Review drawings, specifications, and site investigation data to assess scope and risk
Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations
Support value engineering and alternative solution development
Assist with tender submissions and commercial handovers to delivery teams
We're looking for a Graduate Geotechnical Estimator with a degree in civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, or a related discipline. You'll have a strong numerical ability, a commercial mindset, and an interest in how projects are priced, won, and delivered.

Candidate Requirements:

Live within a commutable distance of Manchester
Full UK Driving Licence
Academic background within civil engineering, geology, earth or environmental sciences

Company Benefits:

Company vehicle access
Flexible working
Hybrid working
Enhanced pension scheme
Bonus scheme

Interested in this or other roles in Geotechnical or Geo-Environmental, please do not hesitate to contact William Lisle at or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position