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Join us on one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects – Sizewell C. The Geotechnical Sub-Alliance (GSA) plays a vital role in preparing the ground for construction, using advanced techniques such as piling, diaphragm walling, soil mixing, and grouting. This is your opportunity to be part of a collaborative team delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality results.

Bachy Soletanche are currently recruiting for an Estimator, to join our Ipswich-based Commercial team on one of the most significant infrastructure projects in the UK.

About the role:

Working as part of our Projects division, the Estimator will work closely with our Sizewell team to develop the Target Price for geotechnical works and help secure this work for Bachy Soletanche. Beyond this, you’ll contribute to growing our portfolio and shaping future opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage incoming enquiries and assess tender opportunities.
• Develop bid/win strategies tailored to client requirements.
• Collaborate with technical and operations teams to prepare cost studies and value engineering proposals.
• Identify and mitigate risks during pre-construction.
• Prepare and present tender offers, engaging in client negotiations through to contract award.
• Maintain Salesforce CRM and support business development initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering (professional qualification preferred).
• Significant experience in the UK geotechnical industry and estimating geotechnical solutions.
• Strong understanding of geotechnical design processes.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and time management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Full UK driving licence.
  

It would be a bonus if you have:

• Knowledge of Primavera P6 and Candy

When you join the world’s largest specialist geotechnical contractor, you’re part of an international community of over 10,000 experts, based in 31 countries around the world. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to prestigious, ground-breaking projects, using the very latest tools and technology to solve complex problems, constantly learn new skills and take your career in any direction.

Benefits

As well as being part of a landmark project and working in a collaborative alliance environment, we offer:

• Discretionary annual bonus (based on personal/project performance)
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (min. 5% company contribution)
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Enhanced Sick Pay (after probation)
• Income Protection, Private Medical Insurance and Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 25-days annual leave + Bank Holidays per year (increasing with service)
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Paid annual professional memberships
• Volunteering days
• Professional growth and development
  

Bachy Soletanche is committed to equal opportunities in employment with the aim of ensuring that everyone who applies to work for us receives fair treatment. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief and pregnancy/maternity.