Trainee Graduate Estimator

At Bridges we are more than Engineers.

We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.

As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.

Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex – we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.

Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.

Role purpose

We are currently recruiting for a Trainee / Graduate Estimator to work as part of our commercial teams, reporting to our Midsomer Norton office. You will have a mechanical or electrical qualification or related experience.

With a hybrid working model, you would be willing to commute to the Midsomer Norton HQ three times a week. There will be an expectation for some client and site visits as part of this role. As a Trainee and Graduate, there will be an expectation to be in the office full-time for a while until you are confident enough to complete your work without too much support, at which point you will have the opportunity to work on a hybrid model.

The Role

Contracted to 42.5hrs per week, Monday to Friday.

• Analysing drawings, specifications, and documentation to prepare estimates
• Attending site visits to undertake surveys
• Production of accurate quotations
• Communication with internal and external stakeholders

• Dynamic and specialist experience in an engineering/manufacturing/fabrication/production sector

• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering or contracting services
• Understanding of Principal Designer and Principal Contractor responsibilities under CDM
• Experience of working from client specifications
• Knowledge of control panels & MCCs (essential)
• Full UK driving licence (essential).

Desirable

• Engineering qualification (electrical/mechanical) (highly desirable)
• Experience working within the water industry.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES

RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and wellbeing. We are a family run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.

Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:

• Competitive salaries
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life Pension Scheme - 4.5% company contribution
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
• Employee recognition schemes

When you join us, you’ll be part of our exciting journey.

Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we’ll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles; Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.

Come and be part of our team!

Bridges is an equal opportunities employee and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.