Entry-Level Estimator: Build Your Pre-Construction & Tendering Skills

Tru7 Group; Kesgrave; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tru7 Group – Kesgrave, United Kingdom – is seeking a Trainee Estimator to join our pre-construction team. This role offers full training and a pathway to develop estimating and tendering expertise across demolition, remediation, enabling works and civil projects.

You will support take-offs, cost analysis and supplier queries, learn our procedures, and work closely with senior estimators and project managers. A positive attitude, strong numeracy, and drive to learn are essential.

Qualifications

• A-levels (Maths & English) at C grade or higher.
• No degree required.
• Some exposure to the construction industry.
• Strong numerical ability and interest in cost management.
• Proficient IT skills, especially Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates and tenders for demolition, crushing, remediation, enabling works and civil projects.
• Support pre-construction from tender enquiry to contract award and handover.
• Help with take-offs, pricing, supplier enquiries, and basic cost analysis.
• Review demolition drawings, asbestos reports, pre-demo surveys, and structural reports.
• Learn and apply company estimating procedures and systems.
• Work with senior estimators, project managers and contracts team.
• Willing to undertake site visits, surveys and pre-start meetings.
• Maintain accurate tender records and documentation.

Skills

Numerical ability

Communication

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Driving licence

Education

A-levels (Maths & English) Grade C or above

Degree not essential

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Tru7 Group – Kesgrave, United Kingdom – is seeking a Trainee Estimator to join our pre-construction team. This role offers full training and a pathway to develop estimating and tendering expertise across demolition, remediation, enabling works and civil projects.

You will support take-offs, cost analysis and supplier queries, learn our procedures, and work closely with senior estimators and project managers. A positive attitude, strong numeracy, and drive to learn are essential.