At a Glance
- Tasks: Gain hands-on experience in construction estimating and administration.
- Company: Join a supportive and diverse contractor with exciting projects.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, early finishes on Fridays, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Opportunities to progress within various teams as an Apprentice Estimator or beyond.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in construction with real-world experience and growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: Must meet entry standards for Business Administration; Excel and Word skills preferred.
The predicted salary is between 18000 - 25000 £ per year.
This will be a varied role, giving the individual an opportunity to gain experience in all aspects of construction initially within the Estimating and Commercial team, in order to develop a good product and technical background as well as develop their commercial acumen. We will provide all the necessary training and support to help develop them, with ongoing continuous professional development through in house and external training.
Liaise with the preconstruction manager, commercial and operations team to assist in taking a project from tender stage to contract.
Key Responsibilities- Logging tenders on ensuring that specification and programme information is noted.
- Ensure all the latest relevant documentation including drawings, specifications and scope is downloaded from client web portals, saved to the project folder electronically and printed relevant documents as required.
- Creating drawing registers specifically to the project.
- Produce working folders for estimators and ensure the filing system is up to date.
- To develop an understanding of the different pipework systems within the process and construction industry.
- Assist estimators with take-off and measures from drawings using estimating software.
- Assist with updating and maintaining companies estimating software database.
- Assist with gaining quotes for materials from suppliers and filling accordingly.
- Assist with preparing quotations for projects.
- Assist with company’s social media postings.
Later, there will be opportunities to progress within the team as an Apprentice Estimator or within other areas of the business including Pre-Construction, Engineering, Operations or Commercial.
Qualifications and Experience- Must fully meet the entry standards for the New City College Business Administration program.
- Preferred: Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Interest in construction/engineering.
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
- Well presented.
- Established contractor with a strong and diverse project portfolio.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Early finish on Fridays.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
Business Administration & Estimator Apprentice in Basildon employer: Pipetech Projects And Maintenance Ltd
Pipetech Group is an excellent employer for aspiring professionals in the construction industry, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can gain hands-on experience in estimating and commercial operations. With a commitment to ongoing professional development, including in-house and external training, employees have ample opportunities for growth and advancement within various areas of the business. Located in a thriving sector, the company also provides a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the perk of early finishes on Fridays, making it an attractive place for meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
Pipetech Projects And Maintenance Ltd Recruitment Team
