Graduate Estimator

Pratap Partnership Ltd; Altofts; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturer in the UK is seeking a motivated Graduate Estimator to join their team. This role offers hands-on experience and expert mentoring in estimating and commercial management. Responsibilities include preparing cost estimates, sourcing supplier quotations, and maintaining pricing databases. Recent graduates with strong numerical skills and a degree in a related field are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with numerical and analytical skills.
• Proactive learner with a keen interest in estimating.
• Confident with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support estimating team with client enquiries.
• Prepare cost estimates for materials and labour.
• Source supplier quotations and analyse costs.
• Prepare client quotations and tender documents.
• Maintain pricing databases and supplier records.
• Participate in project handovers and team meetings.
• Contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Attention to detail

Confident with Microsoft Excel

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Degree in Maths, Built Environment, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or similar

Job description

Graduate Estimator

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-time, permanent with some hybrid working

About the role

Are you a recent graduate with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for numbers? Join a well-established and innovative manufacturer that delivers bespoke solutions across retail, commercial, infrastructure, and hospitality sectors.

We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Estimator. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive expert mentoring, and build a rewarding career in estimating and commercial management.

Key responsibilities

• Supporting the estimating team with client enquiries, drawings, and specifications.
• Assisting in preparing cost estimates for materials, labour, and installation.
• Sourcing supplier quotations and analysing costs for best value.
• Learning to prepare client quotations and tender documents.
• Maintaining pricing databases and supplier records.
• Participating in project handovers and team meetings.
• Contributing to continuous improvement within the department.

About you

• A degree in Maths, Built Environment, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or similar.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with great attention to detail.
• A proactive learner with a keen interest in estimating and project delivery.
• Confident with Microsoft Excel and Office applications.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A positive, can-do attitude and a desire to grow professionally.

Desirable

• Awareness of construction or manufacturing processes.
• Experience from a placement, internship, or part-time role in a commercial setting.
• Ability to read technical drawings or specifications.