Metro and Rail Projects (MRP) have extensive experience of working on high profile projects for most of the UK’s light rail and tram operators and on the UK heavy rail network. We are recognised as a market leader for the provision of renewal and minor enhancements services to the light rail sector and as a supplier of choice to the wider rail market.
Our specialist teams continue to offer high quality track construction, maintenance and renewals to a wide range of clients including: Nottingham Express Transit, Manchester Metrolink, Sheffield Supertram, and London Tramlink as well as a number of Major Contractors on the heavy rail network.
We have a great opportunity for a Graduate Estimator to join the Metro and Rail division in Doncaster.
You will be responsible for:
- Assist with the preparation of cost estimates, tenders and proposals.
- Assist with compliance with pre-contract manual, inclusive of arranging bid kick off meetings, mid-tender review, risk reviews, technical reviews and settlement reviews.
- Review invitation to tender, project drawings, specifications, and other documentation to understand project scope and requirements.
- Liaise with internal departments, subcontractors, and suppliers to obtain accurate and competitive pricing.
- Conduct quantity take-offs and measure materials required from drawings and technical documents.
- Support in the identification and evaluation of risks, opportunities, and value engineering options.
- Maintain and update estimating databases and records.
- Participate in site visits and attend pre-tender and client meetings where appropriate.
- Work to best practise throughout estimating function based on established procedures.
About you
- A degree (2:2 or above) in Civil Engineering, Quantity surveying, Construction Management or related discipline.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills, proficient in MS Office, especially Excel
- Keen eye for detail and a methodical approach to problem solving.
- Familiarity with estimating software such as Candy or similar.
- Previous experience in a construction or infrastructure sector.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
If 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?
VolkerRail 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, VolkerRail 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
- 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 service
Fairness, 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.
If you need support with your application, please contact us at careers@volkerwessels.co.uk
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 to careers@volkerwessels.co.uk
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.
