Trainee Civil Estimator

What Are We Looking For? Our Estimating department is looking to recruit a Trainee Estimator with a Civil Engineering background to join the business on a permanent basis based in Inverness. Through continued success in the marketplace, the selected candidate will join a very successful bidding team to continue to deliver RSE’s growth strategy. You will be given the opportunity to be involved in tendering some of the most innovative projects within the Water sector, developing your skills with the support of our established Estimating team in Inverness. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recently qualified Civil Engineer whom is looking to follow a career in Estimating & Tendering. Some of Your Key Duties Include: Aid in producing tender documents where you will be assessing scope, risk involved and tender complexity Work in a collaborative and proactive manner with other members of the Estimating Team Learning to prepare Bill of Quantities and material Take Offs and pricing thereof Produce enquiry schedules for scope of works and packages required from the tender documentation, drawings and specifications for Sub-contracted scopes Pricing tenders in accordance with Framework agreed Schedules of Rates and Prices, if required As necessary provide supports and respond to tender queries made by Project Team Personnel Preparing detailed information for handover to production teams for successful tenders including presentation at Project Start Meetings Provide support and liaison with other disciplines including Directors, Managers, Planners, Quantity Surveyors, Design Co-ordinators, Buyers, etc. What Do You Need? Experience within the Civil Engineering sector would be highly advantageous Able to work to tight timelines and a high level of accuracy Ability to be able to read and understand the sequencing of programmes or schedules IT literacy in all MS applications, in particular Excel and Word Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Full UK Driving Licence Who Are We? RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market-leading products and solutions for purifying drinking water, recycling wastewater, and cleaning water in industrial processes. We are disrupting the water sector, delivering water treatment products, technologies, and services to clients across the UK. RSE provides offsite modular build solutions using a low-carbon approach compared to traditional construction methods and our unique offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence. Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning. We additionally have one of the largest servicing and maintenance teams in the market, to ensure we’re on hand for all our clients’ needs. Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE’s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development. What RSE Offer To build successful teams and drive the level of quality that RSE is renowned for, we know we need the best people in the industry. Not only do we require the relevant skillsets, but we also need people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in an innovative and fast-paced environment. At RSE, you’ll be given every opportunity to set the path of your own career through our Business Streams and work within dynamic teams that will require you to rise to the challenge of working for a market leader.               Industry-leading salary based on your experience. Private Healthcare (Personal). Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days per year after 2 years’ service. Holiday Buy / Sell Scheme Company Pension Scheme Cycle to Work Discounted National Gym Membership Professional Fees Paid Employee Discount Platform EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme Access to our network of health professionals including mental health champions and Occupational Health Nurse. In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive. If you’re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry, apply now