Junior Estimator and Quantity Surveyor

Job Overview
We are looking for a Junior Estimator and Quantity Surveyor to join our team.

Working from our offices in Sheffield, this challenging and exciting position offers a role with excellent career and development prospects and an opportunity to make a real difference in a dynamic, design-led company embarking on a significant expansion and business development programme.

We require an organised individual who can work at a fast pace, likes to get things done, and who will be a confident and effective communicator both verbally and written. You must have a full working knowledge of Microsoft Office components, with the ability to work on your own initiative or as part of a team.

Duties

Cost Estimation & Budgeting

• Assist in cost planning, budgeting, and forecasting for refurbishment projects, ensuring accuracy and alignment with financial objectives.
• Support the development of cost estimates, considering materials, labour, equipment, and subcontractor rates.

Contract & Procurement Support

• Assist in the preparation of contracts, negotiating terms under senior supervision.
• Work alongside senior estimators and quantity surveyors to support procurement strategies.

Value Engineering & Risk Mitigation

• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or project objectives.
• Support the analysis of financial risks associated with project estimates.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Maintain strong professional relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Assist in providing clear and accurate cost reports to internal and external stakeholders.

Performance Monitoring

• Support the tracking of project costs, identifying variations and ensuring effective financial management.
• Assist in monitoring project expenditure against budgets and agreed forecasts.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, HNC, or HND in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Working towards professional certification (e.g., RICS, CIOB) is desirable.

Experience:

• Some experience (placement, internship, or work experience) in estimating or quantity surveying within the interior fit-out, refurbishment, or construction industry.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in cost estimation software, (Bluebeam), advanced Excel skills, and familiarity with construction management systems (Powerproject)
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills.
• Team-oriented mindset, with a proactive approach to learning.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person