UK – Hybrid / Remote with travel to head office in Kent
£40,000 Negotiable + Full Training + Progression + Car or Car Allowance + Benefits
Certain Advantage is hiring for a Rope Access / Construction Estimator based in the UK – ideally in the Southeast. Full training will be provided in Estimating, provided you possess a background and understanding of rope access, and your IRATA L3 or L3.
This role is permanent and can be office-based, hybrid, or predominantly remote, with travel to site when required.
Do you have your IRATA 2 or 3, looking to transition into a hands-off estimating role?
Do you want to move into a varied estimator role, with full training, ongoing career and the chance to work on some of the UK’s most iconic structures?
This is a rare opportunity to move into estimating, supported by a company delivering major structural engineering and rope access projects across the UK. Their teams work on landmark assets including national stadiums, power stations, museums, high rise structures and complex industrial facilities.
The Company:
We are working with a leading specialist in structural repair, inspection, and maintenance, using advanced rope access methods to deliver complex projects. Backed by a major engineering group, they are well established and involved in some of the most recognised projects in the country. This is a supportive, stable team where you will receive training in estimating, commercial processes and bid preparation, and give you a clear route forward.
The Role:
This is an estimating role focused on structural rope access projects. You will take responsibility for pricing enquiries and tenders, supporting the business from initial enquiry through to award and handover.
Day to day you will:
Review tender opportunities and assess suitability against business capabilities
Prepare estimates, pricing, bids and offer letters
Attend site visits and client meetings to understand scope and methodology
Work closely with operations, H&S and commercial teams
Produce tender stage documentation including programmes and supporting information
Provide rope access insight on techniques, work methods and materials
Support improvements to estimating accuracy and processes
Carry out full handovers to operations after project awardThe Individual:
We are looking for people who can show:
IRATA Level 2 or Level 3 experience
Strong understanding of structural, civil or construction works
Insight into rope access delivery methods, risks and constraints
Experience on site
Commercial awareness and good attention to detail
Confident communication skills and the ability to work with clients and internal teamsThe Benefits:
Full training and development into estimating
Backing from a large engineering group
Hybrid working
Stable workload and high-profile projects
Potential progression path into senior estimating or commercial rolesKeywords: Rope Access Technician, IRATA, Estimator, Junior Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering, Kent, London, Southeast, Cost Engineer, Bid Engineer, Rope Access
Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today.
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Salary description
£40000.00 - £45000.00 per year