Estimator

A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd; East Hyde; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Healthcare

25 days holiday (incl. Christmas)

Salary up to £45,000

Job summary

A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd in Bedford is offering a Trainee Estimator or Estimator role within a busy commercial team. The position is office-based with regular site visits and offers hybrid working after a training period.

You will develop skills in reviewing drawings and specifications, quantity take-offs, pricing, supplier enquiries and tender submissions while supporting contract administration and commercial reporting. Training provided to those eager to learn.

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs including a C in Maths.
• Must be able to drive.
• Good attention to detail.
• Able to juggle multiple tenders and deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Able to work independently and within a team.
• Experience in negotiation is beneficial.
• Comfortable working on security-cleared projects (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Reviewing drawings and specifications
• Quantity take-offs
• Preparing estimates and costings
• Pricing bills of quantities and producing lump-sum tenders
• Supplier and subcontractor enquiries
• Comparing quotations and supporting procurement
• Assisting with tender submissions
• Supporting contract administration and commercial reporting
• Carrying out site surveys 12 times per week
• Working on projects requiring security clearance

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Negotiation

Driving licence

Education

5 GCSEs including Maths

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Trainee Estimator / Estimator Bedford

A leading flooring subcontractor in Bedford has an opportunity for a Trainee Estimator or Estimator to join their commercial team. They are financially strong, expanding, and known for exceptional quality and service. This is a great role for someone who wants to learn, progress and grow in a fast-paced commercial environment.

You will be joining a team of six, consisting of two Business Development Managers and four Estimators. Hybrid working is available after a training period.

Benefits

• Salary up to £45,000 (experience dependent)
• Pension
• Healthcare
• 25 days holiday (including 3 days for Christmas)

The Company

The business specialises in installing high-quality floor and wall finishes and is recognised for outstanding workmanship and service. They operate across Airports, Healthcare, Defence, Leisure, Commercial, Hotels, Education and Residential, delivering first-class installations on time, every time.

They work with Tier 1 and Tier 2 Contractors and have a strong presence across London and the Home Counties. The commercial team enjoys a great working environment with plenty of experience, support, banter and regular social activities. Everyone gets along well, and there is always lots happening socially.

Projects typically range between £5,000 and £2,000,000.

The Role Trainee Estimator / Estimator

This is a full-time, office-based role with regular site visits. You will assist with and develop skills in:

• Reviewing drawings and specifications
• Quantity take-offs
• Preparing estimates and costings
• Pricing bills of quantities and producing lump-sum tenders
• Supplier and subcontractor enquiries
• Comparing quotations and supporting procurement
• Assisting with tender submissions
• Supporting contract administration and commercial reporting
• Carrying out site surveys 12 times per week
• Working on projects requiring security clearance

You will typically manage 78 live tenders at any one time, valued between £50,000 and £1.5m.

This role is suitable for:

• Trainees
• Candidates looking for a career change
• Experienced Estimators

The Right Person Trainee Estimator / Estimator

• 5 GCSEs including a C in Maths
• Must be able to drive
• Good attention to detail
• Able to juggle multiple tenders and deadlines in a high-pressure environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Able to work independently and within a team
• Experience in negotiation is beneficial
• Comfortable working on security-cleared projects (training provided)

Working Hours

8.30am 5.00pm Hybrid working available after a training period.