Administrator/ Junior Estimator

Zachary Daniels Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing organization is looking for an Administrator / Junior Estimator in Daresbury. This office-based role offers a salary of £26,000 - £30,000, with flexible hybrid working after training. Responsibilities include supporting the estimating team, analyzing project specifications, and using Microsoft Excel for reporting. Ideal candidates will have a strong mindset for learning and problem-solving without the need for formal qualifications.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Healthcare package

Annual company bonus scheme

Free onsite parking

Clear career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required, focus on mindset and attitude.
• Must be detail-oriented and capable of spotting patterns.
• Comfortable with numbers and analytical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support the estimating team with project research and bid preparation.
• Analyze drawings and project specifications.
• Gather supplier quotes for materials and labor.
• Prepare reports and cost summaries using software.
• Work with senior estimators to grow expertise.
• Contribute to project planning for competitive bids.
• Gradually take on more responsibility.

Skills

Inquisitive and curious

Analytical

Problem-solving

Confident using Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Administrator / Junior Estimator | Daresbury | £26,000 - £30,000 DOE
Office-based initially (flexible hybrid working after trainin)
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm or 9am-5pm

We're looking for an Administrator / Junior Estimator to join a growing and successful organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to learn, develop new skills, and grow into a long-term career in estimating.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the estimating team with project research, cost breakdowns, and bid preparation
• Analysing drawings, site layouts, and project specifications
• Gathering and comparing supplier quotes for materials, equipment, and labour
• Using Microsoft Excel and other software to prepare reports and cost summaries
• Working closely with senior estimators to learn and develop expertise
• Contributing to project planning and helping to ensure bids are competitive and profitable
• Gradually taking on more responsibility as your skills and confidence grow

About You

• We\'re not looking for formal qualifications, it\'s more about the right mindset and attitude. You\'ll thrive in this role if you are:
• Inquisitive and curious - happy to ask questions and learn on the job
• Analytical - good with numbers and detail, able to spot patterns and errors
• Problem-solving - you think outside the box and enjoy working things out
• Confident using Microsoft Office (especially Excel)

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Healthcare package
• Annual company bonus scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Flexible hybrid working (4 days office-based, 1 day WFH after training)
• Clear career progression opportunities

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