Trainee Estimator

CTR Select; Egham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

CTR Select are recruiting a Trainee Estimator for our client based in Englefield Green. Office based Monday - Friday 7.30am -4pm. The role suits someone eager to learn, who works well in a team and can meet tight deadlines.

Key duties include building quotations with estimating software, reviewing tender information for clarifications, developing cost plans and performing labour and material take-offs under supervision.

Qualifications

• Good IT skills with spreadsheets and writing ability.
• Strong communication skills and phone confidence.
• Professional attitude with flexibility and commitment.

Responsibilities

• Using estimating software to build quotations.
• Reviewing tender information and flagging clarifications.
• Developing cost plans and budget estimates.
• Liaising with estimating manager and senior personnel on estimates.
• Carrying out labour and material take-offs.
• Working with initiative and prioritising high workloads.
• Reporting to the Estimating Manager.

Skills

Time management

Multitasking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Tools

Estimating software

Excel

Job description

Trainee Estimator

CTR Select are currently recruiting for a Trainee Estimator to join our client based in Englefield Green. Office based Monday - Friday 7.30am -4pm.

We are seeking someone who is eager to learn, thrives in a team environment, and can meet tight deadlines.

The successful Trainee Estimator will be responsible for:

• Utilising estimating software to build quotations
• Reviewing tender information to highlight any necessary tender clarifications
• Develop cost plans and budget estimates
• Liaising with the estimating manager and other senior personnel on current estimates and the handover of projects upon order of contract
• Carrying out labour and material take-off's
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to deal with high work volumes and prioritise accordingly
• Excellent time management and ability to multitask
• Working within a client lead role
• Reporting to the Estimating Manager

The Trainee Estimator will have:

• Good IT skills, including Excel
• Good communication skills and confident on the phone
• Always upholds a professional attitude
• Flexibility and commitment