Junior /Assistant Estimator

Candidate required: Junior / Assistant Brickwork Estimator
Job Type: Permanent
Start date: ASAP
Industry: Construction
Location: Wokingham, Berkshire The role & about the client:

ITS Construction Professionals South are working with an established and successful brickwork and masonry contractor who are looking to appoint a Junior / Assistant Estimator to join their team in Wokingham.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a career within brickwork estimating and pre-construction, working alongside an experienced team and gaining hands-on experience across live tenders and projects.

You will be involved in supporting the estimating process from initial enquiry through to tender submission, learning how to price brickwork packages, complete take-offs, obtain supplier quotations and understand the commercial side of specialist construction.

The role would suit someone with some previous construction experience who is keen to develop their estimating career, or a recent construction-related graduate looking for an opportunity to progress within a specialist contractor.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Assisting with the preparation of brickwork and masonry estimates.
Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
Carrying out material and quantity take-offs.
Assisting with labour and material pricing.
Obtaining quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
Updating and maintaining estimating spreadsheets and systems.
Supporting the preparation of tender submissions.
Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and clients where required.
Assisting with the preparation of cost comparisons and tender breakdowns.
Identifying potential risks, exclusions and opportunities within tenders.
Keeping pricing information and supplier databases up to date.
Supporting the Senior Estimator and wider commercial team.
Learning construction methods, materials and associated brickwork costs.
Managing multiple tenders and deadlines as experience develops. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Some previous experience within the construction or brickwork industry.
An interest in developing a career in estimating and pre-construction.
Good understanding of construction drawings and specifications.
Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
Good numeracy and analytical skills.
Confident using Microsoft Excel and other basic IT systems.
Good communication and organisational skills.
Ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
Commercial awareness and an interest in construction costs.
A construction-related qualification would be advantageous.
Previous experience within brickwork, masonry or a specialist subcontractor would be beneficial, but is not essential.
Full UK driving licence would be desirable. The opportunity:

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established specialist contractor where you can learn from experienced Estimators and develop your career within the business.

You will receive support and training while gaining practical experience across the full estimating process. As your knowledge and experience develop, there will be opportunities to take on more responsibility and progress within the commercial and estimating team.

How to apply:

If you're looking to take your first steps into brickwork estimating or already have some estimating/construction experience and want to develop your career, I'd be keen to have a conversation.

Please send an up-to-date CV in strict confidence.

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