Junior Estimator

About the Company

We are a well-established UK construction contractor delivering high-quality projects across the Northeast, including commercial, education, residential, and regeneration schemes. With projects ranging from -15 million to -50 million, we combine the stability of an established business with exposure to exciting, high-profile developments.

We are seeking a Junior Estimator to join our commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to develop their estimating skills, work closely with senior colleagues, and gain exposure across a variety of sectors and project types.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of cost estimates for construction projects.

• Review tender documents, drawings, and specifications to support the estimating process.

• Collect and collate material, labour, and subcontractor costs.

• Support Senior Estimators in preparing competitive tender submissions.

• Maintain accurate records of supplier and subcontractor pricing.

• Learn and contribute to continuous improvement of estimating processes and systems.

• Commercial: Offices, retail, and mixed-use developments.

• Education: Schools, colleges, and university facilities.

• Residential & Regeneration: Housing schemes and urban redevelopment projects.

• Specialist Facilities: Labs, innovation hubs, and other niche developments.

• Some previous experience in construction, surveying, or estimating is desirable but not essential.

• Strong numeracy, analytical, and organisational skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with estimating software is a plus.

• Excellent attention to detail and a willingness to learn.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Ambition to develop into a Senior Estimator role over time.

• Competitive salary up to -35,000 per annum.

• Bonus scheme reflecting individual and company performance.

• Company car or car allowance.

• Pension scheme and private healthcare.

• Structured training, career progression, and professional development opportunities.

• Exposure to exciting projects across the Northeast ranging up to -50 million.