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Junior Estimator

Penguin Recruitment
Nottingham
money-bag £40000 - £50000/annum
Posted: 23 October 2026 (2 days ago)
Closing date: 22 November 2026
Ref: 225759159

Junior Estimator

Location: Nottingham

Competitive Salary: -40,000 - -50,000

Are you looking to move your career into estimating within the ground engineering and construction industry?

We''re recruiting for a Junior Estimator on behalf of a specialist geotechnical and earthworks contractor delivering complex piling, ground engineering and earthworks schemes across the UK.

With a collaborative approach to project delivery, the company works closely with clients from early tender stages through to project completion, developing innovative solutions that manage risk and deliver cost and time efficiencies.

The Role - Junior Estimator

As a Junior Estimator, you''ll receive training and support while developing your technical and commercial skills. Responsibilities will include:

  • Assisting with the preparation of tenders, quotations and cost estimates.

  • Reviewing drawings, specifications and project documentation.

  • Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and internal project teams.

  • Supporting cost analysis, material take-offs and pricing exercises.

  • Helping identify project risks and opportunities to improve cost efficiency.

What''s on Offer?

  • Competitive salary (-40,000 - -50,000), dependent on experience.

  • Training, mentoring and opportunities for career progression.

  • Exposure to varied and technically interesting projects.

  • The opportunity to develop within an established, growing contractor.

Requirements - Junior Estimator

To be considered, you''ll need:

  • Experience in the geotechnical/earthworks or environmental engineering industry with a genuine interest in estimating.

  • Industry relevant degree.

  • Good attention to detail and a willingness to learn.

  • A full UK driving licence.

  • Full right to work in the UK, without sponsorship.

  • To live in or near Nottingham, within commuting distance of the office.

If you''re ready to take the next step, apply today to find out more about this Junior Estimator opportunity.

If you are interested in this or other roles in Geoenvironmental Engineering/Consulting roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on (url removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to (url removed). This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

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