Junior Estimator

Heaney Bowes; Renhold; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in England is looking for a Junior / Assistant Estimator to produce competitive tenders. You'll work closely with a Senior Estimator and use your construction knowledge to ensure accurate costings and high-quality proposals across various sectors. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, relevant education, and some experience in delivering tenders.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills with confidence to liaise with teams.
• Collaborative approach and genuine team-player attitude.
• Some experience in delivering tenders for principal or sub-contractor.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interpret drawings and technical specifications.
• Prepare cost estimates and carry out take-offs.
• Analyse sub-contractor tenders across multiple trades.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team-player attitude

Delivering tenders

Understanding construction methods

IT literacy in Excel

Education

Minimum GCSE Maths and English Grade 5-9

HNC in Building Studies

2+ years relevant Estimating or Quantity Surveying experience

Tools

Excel

Bluebeam estimating software

Job description

On behalf of a highly successful main contractor, we are keen to speak with Junior / Assistant Estimator candidates. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to progress their career and gain exposure to a diverse range of construction projects valued up to £10M.

The Role

The primary purpose of this role is to produce competitive and innovative tenders—ensuring accurate costings and proposing the right solutions to the highest quality standards. Working closely with a Senior Estimator, you'll use your construction knowledge to consider alternative solutions and value engineering, delivering robust tenders across multiple sectors including education, commercial, automotive, and pharmaceutical.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately interpret drawings and technical specifications
• Carry out take-offs and prepare cost estimates
• Analyse sub-contractor tenders across multiple trades
• Attend tender adjudication meetings
• Support the development of strong Client and Consultant relationships
• Provide accurate handover of costs and supporting documentation to the Project QS at project award

Skills & Experience

• Strong communication skills with the confidence to liaise with both internal and external teams
• A collaborative approach with a genuine team-player attitude
• Some experience of delivering a variety of tenders (for a principal or sub-contractor)
• Understanding of a range of construction methods
• Ability to present plans clearly and accurately
• IT literacy in Excel. Training can be provided for specialist (Bluebeam) estimating software.

Qualifications

• Minimum GCSE Maths and English Grade 5-9 (or equivalent)
• HNC in Building Studies or 2+ years relevant Estimating or Quantity Surveying experience