Estimator

Job Description:

Job Title: Junior Estimator

Location: Nottingham / UK (office + site visits)
Salary: Dependent on experience

Department: Pre-Construction / Commercial

We are looking for a motivated Junior Estimator to support our clients estimating and pre-construction team. You'll assist with pricing and tender preparation for fit-out and construction projects of varying size and complexity, helping ensure they deliver accurate, competitive bids and commercial success.

This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career or looking to develop their estimating skills within a supportive and growing business.

• Support the preparation of accurate cost estimates and tender submissions.

• Review architectural and engineering drawings, specifications and scope documents to identify cost items.

• Assist in producing quantity take-offs and pricing breakdowns for materials, labour, plant and subcontract packages.

• Source and evaluate supplier / subcontractor quotes and maintain pricing records.

• Help prepare Bills of Quantities, cost plans and tender documentation.

• Assist in identifying risks, exclusions and opportunities in bid packages.

• Liaise with project teams including design, commercial and operations to ensure estimates align with programme and technical requirements.

• Support post-tender follow-up and clarifications where required.

• Maintain and update internal estimating databases and rate libraries.

• Attend site visits to gather information for pricing and scope clarification when needed.

• Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.

• Good understanding of basic construction methods, materials and processes.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general estimating software (or willingness to learn).

• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams.

• Organised, proactive and keen to develop professionally.