At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in estimating and managing multiple tenders while developing essential skills.
- Company: Leading flooring subcontractor known for quality and a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Salary up to £45,000, pension, healthcare, and 25 days holiday.
- Other info: Enjoy a vibrant workplace with social activities and opportunities for career progression.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and grow your career in a fast-paced commercial environment.
- Qualifications: 5 GCSEs including Maths, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Trainee Estimator / Estimator Bedford
A leading flooring subcontractor in Bedford has an opportunity for a Trainee Estimator or Estimator to join their commercial team.
They are financially strong, expanding, and known for exceptional quality and service.
This is a great role for someone who wants to learn, progress and grow in a fast-paced commercial environment.
You will be joining a team of six, consisting of two Business Development Managers and four Estimators. Hybrid working is available after a training period.
Benefits
- Salary up to £45,000 (experience dependent)
- Pension
- Healthcare
- 25 days holiday (including 3 days for Christmas)
- The Company
The business specialises in installing high-quality floor and wall finishes and is recognised for outstanding workmanship and service.
They operate across Airports, Healthcare, Defence, Leisure, Commercial, Hotels, Education and Residential, delivering first-class installations on time, every time.
They work with Tier 1 and Tier 2 Contractors and have a strong presence across London and the Home Counties.
The commercial team enjoys a great working environment with plenty of experience, support, banter and regular social activities.
Everyone gets along well, and there is always lots happening socially.
Projects typically range between £5,000 and £2,000,000.
The Role Trainee Estimator / Estimator
This is a full-time, office-based role with regular site visits. You will assist with and develop skills in:
- Reviewing drawings and specifications
- Quantity take-offs
- Preparing estimates and costings
- Pricing bills of quantities and producing lump-sum tenders
- Supplier and subcontractor enquiries
- Comparing quotations and supporting procurement
- Assisting with tender submissions
- Supporting contract administration and commercial reporting
- Carrying out site surveys 12 times per week
- Working on projects requiring security clearance
You will typically manage 78 live tenders at any one time, valued between £50,000 and £1.5m.
This role is suitable for
- Trainees
- Candidates looking for a career change
- Experienced Estimators
- The Right Person Trainee Estimator / Estimator
- 5 GCSEs including a C in Maths
- Must be able to drive
- Good attention to detail
- Able to juggle multiple tenders and deadlines in a high-pressure environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Able to work independently and within a team
- Experience in negotiation is beneficial
- Comfortable working on security-cleared projects (training provided)
- Working Hours
8.30am 5.00pm Hybrid working available after a training period.
How to Apply
Please contact Sally to apply for this opportunity. If applying online, please include your full CV.
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Contact Details:
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