Junior Estimator: Build Profitable Bids & Grow Fast

Bimplus; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bimplus in Manchester is seeking an ambitious Estimator / Junior Estimator to join our successful construction team. You will work across a portfolio of high-profile projects, learning to build accurate costs, interrogate tenders and identify commercial risks and opportunities that influence bids.

You'll take ownership of elements of the estimating process, supporting tenders from enquiry through to submission and collaborating with commercial, design, procurement and delivery teams to ensure

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience as a Junior Estimator or in a relevant construction, engineering or commercial environment
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction, Engineering or related discipline
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of how construction projects are delivered
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Willingness to learn and improve
• Confidence to communicate with suppliers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Lead relevant tenders, coordinating processes and resources to deliver bids on time and to a high standard
• Build accurate, commercially sound estimates and pricing work to the right net cost
• Manage supply chain enquiries, obtaining competitive quotations and challenging costs where appropriate
• Identify commercial opportunities, potential risks and ways to de-risk projects
• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date cost base using supplier quotations, framework rates and market information
• Monitor tender progress and maintain clear estimating plans
• Work closely with commercial, design, procurement and delivery teams to ensure all disciplines are properly integrated
• Produce detailed handover and control documentation for the delivery team
• Support strategic and contract changes where required
• Communicate clearly with internal teams, subcontractors and suppliers throughout the tender process

Skills

Commercial awareness

Analytical thinking

Organised

Communication skills

Time management

Willingness to learn

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Excel

Job description

Bimplus in Manchester is seeking an ambitious Estimator / Junior Estimator to join our successful construction team. You will work across a portfolio of high-profile projects, learning to build accurate costs, interrogate tenders and identify commercial risks and opportunities that influence bids.

You'll take ownership of elements of the estimating process, supporting tenders from enquiry through to submission and collaborating with commercial, design, procurement and delivery teams to ensure