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Junior / Trainee Estimator

ACS Recruitment Solutions Ltd

Posted a day ago, valid for 23 days

Northampton, Northamptonshire NN68AX, England

£22,000 - £26,400 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The position is for a Junior/Trainee Estimator based in Northampton, with a work schedule from Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
The salary offered ranges from £20,000 to £25,000, depending on experience.
Candidates should ideally have some experience in an estimating role, particularly in residential projects, though it is not strictly required.
The role involves setting up estimating files, maintaining archives, and communicating with suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process.
The ideal candidate should be organized, detail-oriented, and possess strong communication skills, with a good understanding of the building and construction industry.

Junior / Trainee EstimatorNorthamptonMonday – Friday 9:00 – 5:30£20,000 -25,000 DOEAre you keen to explore a career in estimating? Our market leading, and award-winning client are looking for a junior to join their estimating team. They will offer an in-depth training and development scheme, surrounded by a dynamic and enthusiastic team. They are keen to have a chat with candidates who are driven, hardworking, motivated, and looking to progress their professional career in the contrstuction industry. Key Duties:

To set up estimating files upon receipt of enquiries, both electronically and paper completing any further filing/addendums as they arise.
To complete and maintain archives.
Direct communication with supply chain members from both suppliers and subcontractors on all aspects associated with tenders from enquiry to contract award.
To chase supplier, sub-contractor and manufacturer quotations.
To take off residential and commercial projects.
To maintain enquiry quotation, register per contract.
To complete estimating tasks.
To answer incoming telephones, taking message or re-directing as appropriate.

The Ideal Candidate:

Good understanding of building and construction
Highly organised and able to plan and prioritise
Analytical with strong attention to detail
Excellent communicator and able to build and maintains excellent working relationships
Computer literate
Able to work under pressure
Practical team player with a hands-on style

Desirable Industry Knowledge:

Possible PQS background.
Possible main contractor background.
Some experience in an estimating role
Experience in taking off and pricing residential projects
Experience in doing take offs for residential new builds
Experience in doing estimates for residential new builds
Experience in using Microsoft Office especially Excel.
Use of estimating software

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