Junior Estimator

Job Type: Full-time

Location:

London
Salary:
Up to £50,000 (depending on experience)
Reporting to:
Senior Estimator / Estimating Manager

We are looking for a motivated and commercially minded Junior Estimator to join our growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a construction or electrical background who is looking to develop their career within estimating and commercial project management. The successful candidate will gain exposure to a diverse range of projects, from smaller works valued at approximately £10,000 through to major projects in excess of £10 million.

You will work closely with experienced estimators, project managers, suppliers and clients, developing your technical and commercial knowledge while supporting the preparation of accurate and competitive project estimates.

As a Junior Estimator, you will support the estimating team throughout the tendering process, helping to ensure projects are priced accurately, competitively and within required timescales.

• Reviewing drawings, specifications, scopes of work and tender documentation.
• Assisting with the preparation of detailed project estimates and quotations.
• Taking off quantities from drawings and project information.
• Obtaining and analysing material, labour and subcontractor costs.
• Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations.
• Assisting with the preparation of bills of quantities and pricing schedules.
• Identifying project requirements, exclusions, risks and potential commercial opportunities.
• Supporting senior estimators with larger and more complex tenders.
• Maintaining accurate estimating records and project information.
• Assisting with tender submissions and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Developing an understanding of project costs, margins and commercial considerations.
• Working with the wider project team to ensure a smooth handover from estimating to delivery.
• Building knowledge of current construction methods, materials, labour rates and market conditions.

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about developing a career in estimating and has a genuine interest in the construction and commercial industry.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience or qualifications within construction, electrical engineering, building services or a related discipline.
• A good understanding of construction or electrical installations and associated materials.
• The ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• The ability to organise your workload and work to tight deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• A commercial mindset and an interest in understanding how projects are priced and delivered.

Previous estimating experience would be advantageous but is not essential. We are particularly interested in candidates with a strong technical foundation who are looking to take the next step in their career.