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Civil Engineering Estimator
Salary: 45,000+ (dependent on experience)
Location: Denaby, Doncaster/Mexborough

The Opportunity:
We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineering Estimator to join a successful and growing civil engineering contractor. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a skilled pre-construction team, where you will play a vital role in producing accurate and competitive cost estimates across a wide variety of projects.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for projects including roads, bridges, drainage systems, earthworks, and reinforced concrete structures.

• Analysing drawings, specifications, and project documentation to prepare comprehensive tender submissions.

• Collaborating with project managers, engineers, suppliers, and subcontractors to source and validate cost data.

• Identifying risks and opportunities within tender documents and recommending cost-effective solutions.

• Attending site visits, client meetings, and post-tender negotiations when required.

• Supporting the preparation of tender programmes and bid strategies.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience as an Estimator within the civil engineering or wider construction industry.

• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and pricing.

• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• High attention to detail with strong organisational abilities.

• Ability to work independently and to tight deadlines.

• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office (particularly Excel).

• A relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or similar (desirable).

What's On Offer:

• A competitive salary starting from 45,000 (negotiable depending on experience).

• The chance to work on technically and logistically challenging projects.

• A supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth.

How to Apply:
If you're an experienced Estimator looking for your next step, we'd love to hear from you.

Contact: Simon Bell - (phone number removed)
Office: (phone number removed) (Option 2 for Construction)
Email: (url removed)

Location: South West London
Salary: Up to 100,000 (depending on experience) + Bonus + Benefits
Type: Full-time, Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced Civil Engineer to step into a Director-level position at a growing and forward-thinking civil, structural and geotechnical engineering consultancy based in South West London .
This is a pivotal role offering the chance to shape the future of the practice, lead and grow a technical team, and oversee the delivery of high-profile infrastructure projects across London and the South East. With a strong client base, supportive senior leadership, and a clear path to equity, this role represents a significant career move for a senior professional ready to make a real impact.

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the civil engineering team
• Oversee the delivery of infrastructure design projects, ensuring quality, profitability, and client satisfaction
• Lead and develop key client relationships across the development and construction sectors
• Support business development, tendering, and bid writing activities
• Manage resourcing, team growth, and staff development within the civil engineering discipline
• Contribute to board-level discussions and help shape business-wide strategy
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, legislation, and innovations in sustainable infrastructure

The Director will lead a diverse range of civil infrastructure projects, including:

• Residential and commercial developments
• Highway and junction improvements
• Drainage and SuDS schemes
• Public realm and regeneration projects
• Contractor-led design and build schemes

• Chartered Civil Engineer (CEng, MICE or equivalent)
• Minimum of 10 years' experience, including recent experience at Associate or Director level
• Proven technical background in highways and drainage design
• Commercially aware, with a track record of profitable project delivery
• Experience working with private developers, local authorities, architects, and multidisciplinary teams
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring engineers
• Proficient in relevant design software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroDrainage or Causeway Flow)
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach to leadership

• Competitive salary up to 100,000, dependent on experience
• Discretionary bi-annual bonus scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Company-supported training and professional development
• Equity/profit share pathway for senior leaders
• Office located near fast rail connections from London Waterloo
• Excellent local amenities, close to the High Street and Richmond Park

This consultancy is known for delivering high-quality, sustainable engineering solutions across the built environment. The team brings together deep technical expertise and a collaborative approach, with a strong reputation for client care and successful project delivery. As the company continues to expand, this role offers the opportunity to be part of an ambitious and supportive leadership team.

If interested, please get in touch.

Will Herman
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Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD with civil engineering experience
• Familiarity with Civil 3D and Infodrainage (or willingness to learn)
• Experience in below‑ground utility modelling using Civil 3D
• Previous work on highway, drainage and earthworks projects
• Knowledge of Keys and TSRGD signage, DMRB and Manual for Streets standards
• Relevant engineering qualification (HNC or equivalent)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow QA and document management procedures

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with buy/carry over options
• Three paid volunteering days per year
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders and resources
• Life assurance, pension scheme and income protection cover
• Private medical insurance and GP access
• Discounted gym membership
• Hybrid working
• Structured career development and training pathways

Are you an experienced Civil Engineering Technician looking for a role in Central London?
We are working with an award winning multi disciplinary design consultancy who are looking for people just like you!
You will be joining a well-established infrastructure team in a modern office. The office is a modern and open plan with several floors, based in Central London.

You will be working in a team of 20 and will collaborate with the rest of the company, which is a total of over 250.

As an employee, you personally will have the chance to contribute to the company culture and direction. 

What's on offer

In addition to competitive basic salary and internal progression opportunities, you will receive an outstanding benefits package:

• 26 days holiday: 23 days plus an additional 3 days at Christmas.
• A bonus of up to 8% based on company and individual performance
• Pension scheme
• Generous maternity and paternity leave.
• Subsidised gym membership.
• Excellent support in gaining Chartership
• Annual company trip abroad
• Flexible working policy with some days to work from home

In addition to this, a professional chef caters free lunches for the whole office twice a week, and more frequently for other CPD sessions as well!

The role

As a Civil Engineering Technician you will produce technical drawings related to drainage on high profile projects in the development space. These projects may include but are not limited to:
• High-rise and cutting edge residential projects
• Modern commercial and retail building infrastructure
• Educational and art institutions and museum.

What you need to succeed

• Experience in a similar role at a UK Consultancy
• Experience using the Autodesk suite including AutoCAD/Civil 3D.

• 3+ years’ experience in civils estimating or quantity surveying
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Confident communicator and team player
• Ability to manage deadlines and work in a fast paced environment
• Office presence 

• Company car & bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday + birthday off
• Pension, profit share & cycle to work scheme
• Fully funded training & development
• Staff recognition events

My client are a prestigious multi-disciplinary Consultancy based on the outskirts of Leeds. Due to a recent project win, they are looking to take on a Civil Engineering Technician to work on a number of new and exciting developments.

The role will ideally suit a HND or Engineering graduate who has experience using AutoCAD/Civil in a professional capacity and that is looking for a career within Civil Engineering and in particular the design of Roads and Drainage schemes. This is a great opportunity to learn from experienced engineers in one of the area's best Consultancies. You will be involved in the assistance in the preparation of drainage drawings for Residential and Retail developments in AutoCAD and Civil 3D. You will also assist with the presentation of General Arrangement drawings; assist in site visits and general administrative work.

The only essential experience you require for this role is working with AutoCAD and MicroDrainage or CausewayFlow, ideally within a Civil Engineering Environment. The role will be centred around draughting designs, produced whilst working alongside Civil Engineers, for highways and drainage developments that are in accordance with Section 38s, 104s and 278s of the NRSWA.

For more information please contact Sam Smith at Calibre Search Leeds or click apply

Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.

My client are a prestigious multi-disciplinary Consultancy based on the outskirts of Leeds. Due to a recent project win, they are looking to take on a Civil Engineering Technician to work on a number of new and exciting developments.

The role will ideally suit a HND or Engineering graduate who has experience using AutoCAD/Civil in a professional capacity and that is looking for a career within Civil Engineering and in particular the design of Roads and Drainage schemes. This is a great opportunity to learn from experienced engineers in one of the area's best Consultancies. You will be involved in the assistance in the preparation of drainage drawings for Residential and Retail developments in AutoCAD and Civil 3D. You will also assist with the presentation of General Arrangement drawings; assist in site visits and general administrative work.

The only essential experience you require for this role is working with AutoCAD and MicroDrainage or CausewayFlow, ideally within a Civil Engineering Environment. The role will be centred around draughting designs, produced whilst working alongside Civil Engineers, for highways and drainage developments that are in accordance with Section 38s, 104s and 278s of the NRSWA.

For more information please contact Sam Smith at Calibre Search Leeds or click apply

Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.

We have an opening for a Civil Engineering Technician to join our clients lively Bristol office. From sustainable drainage solutions and infrastructure to complex highway design, their technical knowledge and experience is exceptional.

Currently made up of a team of Engineers / Technicians the team sits at over 20 and are looking to expand due to a heavy workload. They have extensive experience in supporting schemes from pre-planning and feasibility assessments to detailed design, technical approvals and construction.

 What’s on offer

• Hybrid / Flexible working
li>Health and wellbeing scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Regular performance reviews
• In-house training and further career progression
• Regular reviews
• Life assurance

What you need to succeed

• To be able to assist engineers with CAD technical support
• Prepare drawings with background external drawing information.
• Carry out the design of detailed highway schemes for S38, S278 and S184 technical applications
• Carry out the design of signage schemes
• Produce development access layouts to support input at planning stage following Local Highway Authority, MfS and DMRB design guidance
• Carry out the design of preliminary drainage strategies with calculations
• To be able to produce catchment plans & calculate and draw visibility splays

Estimator - Civil Engineering
Leeds
Up to 70,000 + car + benefits
A well-established civil engineering and remediation contractor is looking to strengthen its estimating team with a proven estimating professional.
Whether you're stepping up into a senior role or already operating at that level, this is a chance to work on technically diverse projects
You'll be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders across a range of disciplines including bulk excavation, soil and groundwater treatment, waste management, ground stabilisation, civils, and general groundworks and small construction schemes
The role involves close collaboration with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams to ensure bids are commercially sound and operationally deliverable.
The Role

• Produce detailed cost estimates based on site assessments, technical drawings, and project specifications
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing and ensure quality standards
• Attend site visits to identify risks and opportunities, feeding into bid strategy
• Support bid submissions with clear, compliant documentation and pricing breakdowns
• Review estimates and ensure accuracy prior to submission
• Participate in handover meetings to ensure smooth transition from pre-construction to delivery
• Maintain awareness of environmental regulations and ensure compliance across all estimates
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements

About You

• Strong estimating experience within land remediation or environmental construction
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and build cost plans from first principles
• Familiarity with NEC and JCT contracts, plus experience using tendering portals
• Solid understanding of construction materials, methods, and equipment
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.