Company: Durkin and Sons Ltd
Location: London or Portsmouth – Office, Home & Site Based (Hybrid)
Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Closing Date: 21st December 2025
About Us
Durkin and Sons Ltd is a specialist power and civils engineering company, delivering high-quality utility infrastructure solutions across London and the wider UK. Our work supports clients across both public and private sectors, we offer a hands-on, collaborative working environment with excellent opportunities for professional development.
We are proud to be part of an Employee Ownership Trust, giving our team a meaningful stake in the success and future of the business.
The Role
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Estimating Engineer to join our commercial and pre-construction team based in our London office.
This role will support the tendering and pricing of civils and utility projects, including power, multi-utility, groundwork, and infrastructure schemes.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate cost estimates for civils and HV/EHV Cable and Substation projects, including labour, materials, plant, subcontractors, and overheads
- Review technical drawings, specifications, and client documents to understand project scope and requirements
- Assist in developing and provide bid support to tender submissions, including schedules, basic programmes and supporting qualitative documents
- Liaise with project managers, engineers, and supply chain partners to gather pricing and project information
- Conduct site visits to assess conditions, constraints, and design considerations
- Maintain an up-to-date database of rates, suppliers, and subcontractor pricing
- Support value engineering, risk analysis, and alternative solution proposals
- Assist in handover processes to ensure accurate transfer of information to delivery teams
- Contribute to cost reporting, benchmarking, and continuous improvement of estimating processes Core Competencies
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to break down complex scopes into measurable, costed elements
- High level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail
- Experienced in pricing & supporting HV/EHV, cable,, substation and civils packages
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and design information
- Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and methodical approach
- Effective communication skills for liaising with clients, suppliers, and internal teams
- Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously
- Commercial awareness and understanding of cost drivers within civils & utilities projects
- Competent in using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft suite of applications
Qualifications & Experience
- HNC/HND, Degree, or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Construction, Quantity Surveying, or related discipline – preferred
- Previous experience in an estimating, engineering, commercial, or QS role within utilities, infrastructure, or civils
- Knowledge of NRSWA, DNO/IDNO requirements, or power distribution projects – beneficial
- Experience with estimating packages e.g. RIB Candy– advantageous
- Full UK driving licence – preferred but not essential
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Contributory pension scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Salary sacrifice EV car scheme
- Career development, training, and support toward professional qualifications
- A supportive team environment in a growing SME
- Employee Ownership Trust – have a voice in how the business is run
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter to recruitment@durkinandsons.co.uk by 21st December 2025.
For further information, contact Phil Giles – Pgiles@durkinandsons.co.uk
Durkin and Sons Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals.