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Graduate Estimator

Salary
£30,000 – £35,000
Start date
Immediate
Location
Vauxhall, London
Contract
Full-time
Applications close
31st August 2026 at 12:00am

The Role We are seeking a full-time Graduate Estimator to join our dynamic Estimating Department in Vauxhall. This is a prime opportunity for a professional who wishes to expand their knowledge further within the Refurbishment and Conservation industry.

The ideal candidate will hold a high grade in a construction-related degree and possess 1-2 years of experience in construction. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Tender Management: Read and analyse tender information to fully understand project requirements.
  • Scope Review: Review the full scope of works and accurately mark-up various trades.
  • Costing: Assist estimator to price in-house trades efficiently, accounting for labour, plant, and materials.
  • Supply Chain: Prepare and send out enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive quotes.
  • Site Assessments: Visit sites to assess the scope of works, meet subcontractors, and review their scope to ensure accurate pricing.
  • Take-offs: Read, understand, and take off measurements and details from architectural drawings.
  • Site Measurement: Take physical dimensions and details during site visits to allow for accurate pricing of materials.
  • Quality Assurance: Assist in quality submissions and tender compliance.

Experience required

Qualifications & Experience

  • Education: A construction-related degree is preferred. However, an HNC/HND combined with strong industry experience will be considered.
  • Experience: 1-2 years of experience in construction, ideally within masonry and conservation sector.
  • IT Skills: Good computer literacy is essential. You must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Project.
  • Specialist Software: Experience with Causeway Estimating software and Bluebeam Take-off is desirable but not essential.

Requirements & Benefits

  • Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience.
  • Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to pass a Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) security clearance application.
  • Transport: Full clean UK driving licence and own car preferable but not essential.