Graduate Estimator - Walsall, West Midlands, WS1 4NNAbout BarhaleWho are Barhale? Barhale is a business founded on family values, having been established by our Chairman, Dennis Curran, in 1980. We are one of the largest privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists in the UK, with over 40 years of experience in providing design, civil engineering and maintenance services working across multiple sectors, including:WaterTransportBuilt environmentEnergyWe operate as a tier one partner for blue chip, regulated and private clients, working as part of large frameworks, joint ventures and alliances, as well as on individual standalone projects, developing long-term relationships based on delivering to the Barhale values which have been integral to our business since their inception in 1985.Our direct delivery model is at the core of everything we do, as we believe that people are our greatest asset. Therefore, we robustly source, train and retain all our own frontline delivery teams as well as management and support services. We employ over 1,200 employees nationwide.We possess a range of specialist skills to support our civil engineering and infrastructure activities, including:TunnellingMEICATemporary and permanent designSteel-fabricationSigns (design and fabrication)Health & safety equipment and products, including PPECompany Website:https://www.barhale.co.uk/Company Showcase Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFqsoclCUZAWhy join Barhale?As Gold Investors in People, we are committed to a high standard of people practices, creating an inclusive environment and ensuring cultural alignment to business strategy, ethos and philosophies.Job security, long-term secured work through various frameworks and large infrastructure schemesA broad range of civil engineering, mechanical and electrical schemes across some of the UK’s largest infrastructure projects and clientsStrong career progression as demonstrated by our track record in promoting from within, as we believe this is a key driver of our success Graduate EstimatorThe RoleThe Graduate Estimator’s role is to work with existing estimators and operational teams to learn how to complete and lead estimates for civil engineering works using by Company's estimating systems and procedures. You will learn to develop solutions to efficiently meet our customers’ requirements that secure sufficient work by value and type to meet the company's objectives and, with experience, move into an estimator role in your own right. Key ResponsibilitiesLearn how to undertake estimates for multi-disciplinary civils or rail projects following Company procedures, including:Developing a tender win and delivery strategy collaboratively with the business unit operational teamsBuilding on the win strategy to develop a coherent and consistent tender submission with the use of key estimating assumptions.Identifying opportunity and risk during the tender process.Liaising with the business unit, Bid Manager and Planner to agree on methodology and principles.Maintaining a register of key assumptions within estimatesMaintaining the tender estimate file.Providing indicative pricing support for business development.Engaging with supply chain, including designers, to develop and price the delivery solution, whilst minimising risk and costObtaining feedback from site teams on estimating adequacy and current costs.Present estimates at adjudicationPrepare estimating "adjudication pack.”Present basis of estimate and key assumptionsMaintain notes of adjudication meetingsClose out actions and monitor customer negotiations, seeking amended authority as required.Handover to site teams at contract awardPrepare estimating handover packs.Maintain notes of the handover meetingProvide ongoing support to site teams relating to the estimate and key assumptions. About youEssentialDegree in a related Engineering qualification or equivalentNumerate and IT literate, familiar with estimating software and Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft ExcelConfidence in dealing with customers and personnel within Barhale at a senior levelAbility to ensure all tender submissions are both feasible and profitableWilling to work as part of the work-winning team and to take all opportunities to learn about the business and technical delivery methods employed by the businessDesirableKnowledge of wastewater, rail, or the tunnelling sectorDriving licence Caring and investing in youOur values have been embedded at Barhale for over 40 years, and they are our guiding principles regarding how we care and invest in people. Our values are our commitment to being a people-centric company.As a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, we are committed to investing in people. We are passionate about creating a working environment where people are supported throughout their careers, where people can enjoy security and be part of a company that cares about them.From the moment you join us, your well-being and career aspirations will be supported by.Competitive salaryCompany PensionLife AssurancePrivate Medical25 days of annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days8 hours volunteeringEmployee Assistance Programme to support your mental, physiological and financial wellbeingFlexible benefits via salary sacrificeCompany car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position)Leadership & management training and coachingRegular line management engagement and appraisal to support your career progressionDevelopment supported by internal and externally delivered trainingContinuous service awardsWould you like to know more?Please contact our Recruitment team via earlycareers@barhale.co.uk