Trainee Estimator in Kings Hill

Trainee Estimator – Construction

Location: Kings Hill, Kent
Hours: Monday‑Thursday (07:30 – 17:00), Friday (07:30 – 16:00)
Salary: £25,000 – £30,000 + Car Allowance & Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Diamond Search Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a highly reputable company within the construction industry, delivering quality projects across the UK. Known for their expertise, high standards, and strong company culture, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a team that truly values its people.

About the Role

The Trainee Estimator works under regular supervision and is capable of assisting in the setup and successful running of all aspects of a tender. This role supports the effective and efficient running of pre‑construction matters to:

• Prepare tenders and budgets to secure future projects
• Assist in keeping costs to a minimum while developing and maintaining excellent relationships with subcontractors and staff
• Support, advise, develop, and train all team members on pre‑construction matters and other business aspects

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of budgets and tenders for new projects
• Collate tender documents and amendments
• Print and file all tender information
• Review tender documents to establish project requirements
• Undertake take‑offs both manually and digitally from tender documents and drawings
• Produce Bills of Quantities (BOQ)
• Produce and issue enquiries to subcontractors
• Collate and evaluate subcontractor quotations and prepare comparisons
• Input costs into BOQs
• Assist with the preparation of tender submissions
• Support handover of tender documents to project teams if secured
• Maintain and update subcontractor database
• Attend site visits
• Maintain control procedures in line with Integrated Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001)

Candidate Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret different sources of written information
• Excellent IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to work within dedicated timescales
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Good time management and organisational skills
• Full driving licence
• Enthusiastic, self‑motivated, and reliable

Why Join?

• Private healthcare
• Discounted gym membership
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive and inclusive team culture
• Work in a new, state‑of‑the‑art Head Office
• Be part of a company with a strong reputation and a passion for quality

If you\’re looking to develop your career in construction estimating with a supportive and forward‑thinking company, apply now!

Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in regard to this vacancy