Junior Estimator

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.