At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare quotations, interpret technical drawings, and support commercial decisions on exciting projects.
- Company: Respected specialist manufacturer in the façade and building envelope sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, holiday allowance, pension scheme, and full training.
- Other info: Supportive environment with opportunities for long-term career growth.
- Why this job: Launch your career with hands-on mentoring and clear progression into estimating roles.
- Qualifications: Degree or experience in construction, engineering, or related fields; AutoCAD skills are a plus.
The predicted salary is between 26000 - 28000 £ per year.
Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: £26,000 - £28,000
Benefits:
- Competitive holiday allowance
- Pension scheme
- Full training and mentoring
- Career development opportunities
- Long-term progression into Estimator and Senior Estimator roles
The Company:
Our client is a highly respected specialist manufacturer operating within the façade, glazing and building envelope sector. Due to continued growth, they are looking to invest in the next generation of talent by recruiting a Graduate / Junior Estimator to join their commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity to begin your career with a business that has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the UK. You'll receive structured training, work alongside experienced estimators and gain exposure to all aspects of the estimating process within a supportive and collaborative environment.
Job Description:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Graduate / Junior Estimator to join a growing specialist manufacturer within the construction sector. Working alongside experienced estimators, you'll learn how to prepare quotations, interpret technical drawings, review specifications and support commercial decisions on a variety of exciting projects. This role offers far more than a traditional office-based position. You'll work closely with customers, internal departments and senior members of the business, developing both your technical and commercial skills while building a long-term career. Whether you're a recent graduate or someone with some industry experience looking to develop into estimating, this is an outstanding opportunity to receive first-class training and genuine career progression.
Skills & Experience:
- Degree, HNC or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architectural Technology, Construction, Building Services or a related discipline.
- OR some previous experience within construction, manufacturing or engineering looking to develop a career in estimating.
- AutoCAD experience or the ability to interpret technical drawings would be advantageous.
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commercial awareness or an interest in developing commercial skills.
- Positive attitude, enthusiasm and eagerness to build a long-term career.
Why Should You Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to launch your career with a growing and successful manufacturing business that genuinely invests in its people. You'll receive hands-on mentoring from experienced estimators, develop valuable technical and commercial skills, and have a clear pathway into a fully-fledged Estimator role. If you're ambitious, motivated and looking for a business where you can grow professionally, this is the perfect opportunity to get your foot in the door.
Trainee Estimator employer: Theo James Recruitment
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