Junior Estimator

Job Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Estimator to join our team!

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their estimating career in a fast-paced environment, with direct support from experienced professionals and clear progression pathways.

7formation is a rapidly expanding nationwide construction and fit out company dedicated to excellence, innovation, and growth. We work with well-known clients such as Next, Adidas, DFS and Travis Perkins, to name just a few. You can find out more about our extensive client portfolio on our website.

About the Junior Estimator role:

As a Junior Estimator, you’ll play a key role in pricing and preparing construction tenders, developing strong subcontractor relationships, and supporting tender submissions to a consistently high standard. You will take ownership of tender packages for specific trades, ensuring all bids are accurate, competitive, and submitted on time.

Main responsibilities of the Junior Estimator include:

• Preparing and pricing tenders
• Preparing subcontractor bid packages and ensuring strong subcontractor coverage
• Using creativity and resourcefulness to obtain improved pricing from subcontractors
• Reviewing bid requirements thoroughly and raising follow-up questions on every tender
• Developing RFIs and clarifications to reduce exclusions and improve tender accuracy
• Carrying out detailed tender analysis for review at tender meetings
• Producing bid lists aligned to project scope and ensuring the right subcontractors are engaged
• Liaising with clients and subcontractors to minimise tender exclusions
• Suggesting value-engineering options to deliver best value for clients
• Reviewing awarded tender drawings alongside the Project Team and highlighting potential issues
• Identifying subcontractors/materials requiring lead times and ensuring suppliers meet programme dates
• Seeking and qualifying new subcontractors and suppliers in line with HSQE requirements
• Managing subcontractor interactions to build long-term relationships
• Working closely with teams across the business (QS, Project Management, Accounting, HSQE and Buying)
• Ensuring bids and budgets are completed and submitted 100% by the deadline
• Double-checking all deliverables to minimise errors
• Following established estimating processes and company procedures
• Taking off dimensions from drawings using Bluebeam and populating Bills of Quantities (BOQ)
• Setting up tender folders in line with the tender folder template and ensuring all documentation is correctly filed

At peak tender times, you may be required to work flexibly to meet deadlines and ensure submissions are completed to the highest standard.

Our ideal Junior Estimator will have the below skills and experience:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Organised, punctual, and self-motivated
• Confident managing multiple tasks with excellent follow-up skills
• High attention to detail with a habit of checking work thoroughly
• Ability to build professional relationships internally and externally
• A proactive mindset and willingness to ask questions and seek clarity

Desirable:

• Previous estimating experience (junior, trainee or assistant level)
• Experience working in UK construction (main contractor or subcontractor)
• Familiarity with tender processes and/or using Bluebeam
• Understanding of construction trades and scope interpretation

Along with a competitive salary we can offer you:

• Exciting opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Mentoring and support from experienced Project Managers.
• A dynamic team with a passion for innovation.
• A collaborative, supportive, and inclusive working environment.
• 25 days holiday (+ public holidays), increasing to 28 days with length of service.
• Death in Service benefit.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Auto-enrolment pension.
• Refer a friend bonus.
• Social events including a summer event and Christmas party.

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Junior Estimator, then please click ‘Apply’ today! We'd love to hear from you!

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer.

At 7formation, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively promote practices that eliminate discrimination and ensure fairness and transparency throughout our recruitment process. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities.

No agencies please – we will reach out to our preferred suppliers if we require assistance with this role.