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Permanent

Junior Estimator

Rise Technical Recruitment
Cardiff
money-bag £30000 - £35000/annum Progression + Training + Bonus
Posted: 01 May 2026 (Yesterday)
Closing date: 30 May 2026
Ref: 225052441

Junior Estimator

Cardiff (Office Based)

-30,000 - -35,000 + Bonus + Early Friday Finish + Excellent Training + Clear Progression + Bonus

This is a great opportunity for a Junior Estimator to join a well-established subcontractor specialising in glazing, facades, and curtain walling, working on large projects across education, healthcare, commercial, and defense sectors.

Are you an Estimator looking to develop your career within a stable and growing business?

Do you want to be part of a collaborative team where personality, attitude, and development are genuinely valued?

This business has been operating for over 3 Decades and has built a strong reputation in the construction industry, delivering high-quality fa-ade and glazing packages for landmark projects. With a strong turnover and a solid pipeline of work, they are entering an exciting period of growth and diversification. They offer a supportive, sociable culture with professional development opportunities, flexible working hours, and a genuine focus on staff well-being.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing enquiries from initial review through to final quotation. You will undertake take-offs, liaise with suppliers and subcontractors, and work closely with internal teams to ensure accurate and competitive tender submissions. The business is open to candidates at a junior level, offering full training and development for the right individual.

With that, the ideal candidate will have some exposure to estimating within construction and a strong desire to learn, alongside a hardworking and team-oriented mindset.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing business offering a clear progression path, strong training support, and a great work-life balance with early finishes on Fridays.

The Role:

  • Reviewing architectural drawings and specifications
  • Undertaking material take-offs
  • Preparing detailed quotations and cost breakdowns
  • Liaising with main contractors and supply chain partners
  • Managing enquiries from receipt through to submission
  • Working closely with internal teams to finalise tenders
  • Office-based role


The Person:

  • Some estimating experience within construction
  • Hardworking with a positive, team-oriented attitude
  • Good communication and organisational skills
  • Computer literate with attention to detail
  • Resilient and eager to learn
  • Commutable distance from Cardiff



Reference Number: (phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Lewis Jones at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

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