Junior trainee estimator

Junior / Trainee Estimator Northampton Monday ndash; Friday 9:00 ndash; 5:30 GBP20,000 -25,000 DOE Are 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