Trainee Estimator in Barnsley

Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire

Sector: Civil Engineering, Rail, Aviation, Power, Environment & Highways

Job Type: Full-time

What We Offer:

• Competitive annual salary (negotiable depending on experience)
• Company car or car allowance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Company contributory pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Westfield Health Cash Plan & Westfield Rewards
• Structured support for personal and professional development, with clear career pathways and progression opportunities
• Internal development programmes dedicated to supporting the development of our colleagues and future business leaders including Purposeful Leadership, Women in leadership and much more.
• Internal development programmes including leadership initiatives and mentoring opportunities
• A safe and inclusive workplace culture
• Employee forums to ensure every voice is heard
• Ongoing learning opportunities and training

About The Role:

As a Trainee Estimator, you will be part of a dynamic estimating team, learning how to prepare accurate, competitive, and commercially viable tenders for civil engineering projects. You will gain hands-on experience across multiple sectors including rail, aviation, power, utilities, and environmental projects. This role offers the chance to build a career in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment, working alongside experienced professionals and contributing to high-profile infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop proficiency in Causeway Estimating Software and “first principles” estimating
• Review tender documentation for completeness and highlight potential issues
• Prepare accurate quantity take-offs using traditional methods or software tools
• Organise and store work in line with company file structures
• Draft subcontractor and material enquiry documentation for formal issue
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and merchants to obtain quotations
• Analyse quotations and apply standardisation processes to ensure consistency
• Collaborate with planners, bid managers, and delivery teams to align resources and outputs
• Attend bid team meetings and contribute to tender strategies
• Support the preparation of tender programmes and risk assessments
• Assist in producing tender books, pricing documents, and client submissions
• Contribute to post-tender analysis and handover to commercial teams
• Represent the company professionally when attending university or college (if applicable)

Skills And Experience Required:

• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); familiarity with estimating software is advantageous
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with colleagues, suppliers, and clients
• Organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Team-oriented mindset with willingness to learn and take initiative
• Understanding of civil engineering principles (academic or practical)
• Previous site-based or operational experience in construction or engineering (preferred but not essential)
• Studying towards or holding a qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline (preferred)

Who We’re Looking For:

We welcome applications from individuals who are motivated, eager to learn, and committed to developing a career in estimating within civil engineering and construction. Whether you are a recent graduate or have prior site-based experience, this role provides a structured pathway to becoming a skilled estimator.

The Company:

Why AmcoGiffen? You will be joining a reputable and firmly established engineering contractor operating nationally in rail, civils and engineering markets. AmcoGiffen are renowned in the market as a specialist civil, building, mechanical and electrical renewals and maintenance business with ongoing and successful projects and frameworks across the country, you will become part of our expert outfit. AmcoGiffen has a wealth of experience working on sensitive, live assets in highly regulated environments, we deliver exceptional peace of mind for our customers, creating and maintaining assets across a growing range of high-quality public and private sectors. These include rail, power generation, electricity distribution, flood defence, aviation, waterways and much more.

Diversity & Inclusion at AmcoGiffen:

We value collective expertise, but also the spark that one person can bring. As one of us, you can be you, because your individuality is an asset to our business and the communities in which we work and represent. We are working hard as part of the civil engineering and construction industry, to improve diversity & inclusion. Our Diversity and inclusion journey at AmcoGiffen is constantly evolving and is designed to break down barriers and promote the principles of a diverse workforce through multiple channels. This includes delivering training, raising awareness, regular forums and sharing our engagement calendar of activities and events to encourage participation at all levels throughout our organisation. Diversity & Inclusion is embodied throughout our SPIRIT core Business values and lies at the heart of our culture of Safety, Professionalism, Innovation, Respect, Integrity and Teamwork. AmcoGiffen is an Equal Opportunities Employer, offering challenging, worthwhile careers to everyone and is pro-actively committed to improving our understanding year on year to foster a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees as well as for the customers and communities in which we serve and operate within. It doesn’t matter to us what your age, disability, employment status, gender, health, marital status, sexual preference, membership or non-membership of a trade union, nationality, race, religion or social class are, or indeed any other personal characteristics not directly related to the relevant job. Anyone who meets the requirements of the job is eligible for employment with AmcoGiffen.

Health & Wellbeing:

Operating from a people-first perspective we support safety and wellbeing in the workplace as a priority. We have a large number of colleagues that are trained and qualified mental health first aiders to support and listen where appropriate. We enrol all of the AmcoGiffen family onto an employee assistance programme which provides 24 hour, 7 days a week counselling and advice services.

Is AmcoGiffen your next career challenge? If so, apply now! For more information or to arrange a private and confidential discussion about AmcoGiffen career opportunities, please contact our Recruitment Team: tom.peach@amcogiffen.co.uk