Trainee / Assistant Estimator

Ashlea Ltd; Carnforth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashlea Limited, a leading landscaping contractor, is seeking a Trainee/Assistant Estimator to work in Carnforth. The role offers on-site training and exposure to tender documentation and project cost development.

You will learn how estimates are prepared, what documents form a tender enquiry, and how costs progress from initial figures to final submissions, with mentoring and progression opportunities within the team.

Qualifications

• Strong numerical and analytical abilities.
• Proficient with IT and common software.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.
• Willingness to learn and progress in estimation.

Responsibilities

• Gain a full understanding of the tender process and tender documentation.
• Understand project specifications and drawings to determine scope and materials.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Review and evaluate proposals from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Maintain records of all estimate related documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mathematical skills

IT proficiency

Communication skills

Time management

Job description

Ashlea Limited are a leading commercial landscaping contractor, specialising in all aspects of soft landscaping, arboriculture works and grounds maintenance.

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Ashlea for

Trainee/Assistant Estimator

This is in person at our offices in Carnforth, Lancashire.

You will have the opportunity to develop your skills, working on exciting projects within the landscaping industry and progress within a supportive business.

Full training and mentoring will be provided.

The role of a Trainee/Assistant Estimator would be to work alongside our experienced estimating team to obtain understanding and knowledge of how estimates are prepared, documentation that forms a tender enquiry, how project costs are built through to final tender submission.

There will be opportunity to develop and progress within the business and become an integral part of the estimating team.

Personal Attributes

• Good analytical and mathematical ability
• IT proficient
• Good communication and organisational abilities
• Time management skills to meet deadlines and prioritise tasks
• Willingness to learn and an enthusiasm to develop and progress

The role will require you to:

• Gain a full understanding of the tender process and tender documentation.
• Understand project specifications and drawings to determine the scope of work and materials required.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Review and evaluate proposals from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Maintain records of all estimate related documentation.

Ashlea Limited is an equal opportunities employer.