PWS Technical Services (UK) Ltd

Estimator This challenging and exciting opportunity requires an individual with a good technical background and demonstrable experience in taking the responsibility for producing estimates and tenders from within the piling, foundations or ground-geotechnical engineering sector. Due to continued expansion, an abundant pipeline of works, and the recent award of a number of long-term major contracts, our client is now looking to appoint an individual who will take the responsibility for pricing piling projects and scopes of work. The successful candidate must be able to review enquiry documentations to determine the key considerations associated with the proposed project. Our client seeks high calibre candidates with ambition, enthusiasm and drive to make an impact. You must have strong technical acumen coupled with a positive interest in engineering and ground engineering. You will also have a professional approach and a keen eye for detail; excellent communication and IT skills are also vital for the role. This role is suitable for an individual with experience across the ground engineering and piling contractor sector. The Role To understand and deliver the client's requirements and liaise with designers / clients / main contractors to optimize the best engineering solution. Ensure the appropriate selection of piling technique is chosen to suit the project ground conditions. To undertake geotechnical analysis using in-house and commercially available software in accordance with the relevant codes of practice and prepare reports for submittal to clients and respond to technical queries raised during the approval process. To cost, budget, tender, negotiate and secure orders for a variety of contracts Preparation of settlement packs for review by the business at meetings. Preparation of contract tender documents, specifications and schedules. Awareness of risk including H&S, geotechnical and commercial aspects. To liaise and provide support to the operation team during the installation phase To produce as built documentation post construction. Develop long lasting relationships with clients to encourage repeat business. Co-ordinating and responding to client's requests by utilising experience from colleagues. Collaborative working with other group business units to achieve shared end goals. To continue your professional development. The Person You must be eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit Ability to produce piling estimates and tenders using appropriate software packages Experience of pricing piling enquiries Ability to sometimes work in isolation (at home) and to communicate complex technical matters simply and clearly both in writing and verbally Enthusiasm and results focussed, with an ability to work well under pressure and to challenging or stringent deadlines Effective negotiation skills with both internal and external clients and teams Our Client Our client is a market leading piling, foundations, retaining structures and ground engineering contractor. Their service offering includes restricted access and open sites and covers all disciplines and techniques for a wide variety of clients and project applications. They not only complete projects successfully and to the highest of standards at all times, but also add value to their clients by giving them total support from the beginning to the end of each and every contract. An attractive basic salary (commensurate with experience) plus extensive benefits package is on offer to the successful candidate, along with longevity and security of work and forward career progression given that our client possesses a significant contract pipeline for the long-term future and is firmly committed to continued growth over the next 5-10 years.

Sales & Project Coordinator Due to the strategy to grow significantly over the next three to five years, the business has an exciting opportunity for a Sales & Project Coordinator to assist with their ambitious expansion plans. Previous knowledge and experience in the construction or civil engineering sector is required. An attractive basic salary plus bonus and extensive benefits package is on offer for the successful candidate, along with longevity and security of work and career progression. Summary You will be an integral part of the future growth of the department, driving revenue growth for the company s range of construction and civil engineering solutions. You will be responsible for taking incoming enquiries and sending out quotations in line with company KPI s, as well as proactively following up to convert into orders. You will need to have strong communication skills to enable you to build strong relationships with your customers. The successful candidate will need to have the hunger to achieve and be very target driven. Your key clients will be Architects, Consulting Engineers, Designers, Civil Engineering Contractors, Councils and Agencies. You will be required to work effectively within the team to achieve personal and department objectives in line with company strategy. You will possess good sales, communication and negation skills, along with the desire to achieve results and strong presentation abilities. The Role Achieve personal and department targets Provide basic technical assistance and recommendations to clients when required. Assist with the implementation of department sales and marketing strategies. Provide a 3 monthly sales forecast. Maintain and update customer relations management system. Develop new and existing targeted accounts. Responsible for incoming and outgoing sales calls to existing and potential customers. Provide quotations from customer enquiries. Maintain and increase the conversion rate of quotations to orders Increase company brand awareness within relevant sectors Promote the company s products and services to a wide range of clients Work effectively within the team to ensure high standards of customer care and satisfaction Provide technical assistance and recommendations utilising the technical department The Person Construction or civil engineering sales background with experience of a wide variety of products or services Good communication, negotiation, sales and presentation skills Support the company to help deliver its business plan Experience in customer relations and computer literacy with good IT skills Able to communicate at all levels Computer literate with good IT skills Actively demonstrate the Values & Behaviours of the business Previous experience of Account Management and Business-to-Business Sales The Company Our client is a leading specialist product and services supplier to the UK construction and civil engineering arena. They have earned an enviable reputation for quality, innovation and customer service within their core markets. The business is represented throughout the country by a network of regional offices, each offering a full portfolio of project disciplines. This enables them to provide all their clients with the most efficient, reliable and value-engineering solution regardless of a contracts size or location. Our client has all appropriate UK, European and International industry standards to ensure safety, procurement and best working practices are adhered to. The dedicated staff are involved in a comprehensive ongoing training programme designed to ensure they are equipped to meet the changing needs of this exciting industry. We are committed to equal opportunities. We wish to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and appointed solely on their suitability for the post irrespective of race, gender, age, disability, caring responsibilities, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, religion/belief or nationality.