Junior Estimator

Job Overview

As a Junior Estimator, you will join a friendly and experienced team, providing day-to-day support to the Estimator while learning how quotations are prepared for residential and domestic fire sprinkler projects. You do not need previous industry experience—we are looking for someone who is organised, comfortable with numbers and enthusiastic about learning. Full training, ongoing guidance and plenty of support will be provided.

From your first day, you will work alongside the Estimator and receive hands-on support as you build your skills. You will help gather and organise enquiry information, review drawings and specifications, plotting heads, updating spreadsheets and prepare quotes for checking. You will also maintain accurate records, follow processes and communicate with colleagues and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Download tender documents, drawings, specifications, bills of quantities, addenda and supporting information from client portals or tender platforms.
• Set up and maintain organised tender files, ensuring documents are saved, named and version-controlled accurately.
• Assist the Estimator in reviewing project scopes, drawings and specifications, and learn to plot provisional fire sprinkler head positions to support accurate estimates.
• Keep up to date with client emails, meetings and calls, recording relevant information and following up on agreed actions.
• Build positive working relationships with clients through friendly, professional and helpful communication.
• Follow up with clients on tenders and estimates, with guidance from the Estimator.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date project information in the CRM system.
• Contribute to departmental, team and individual targets, and support improvements to day-to-day processes.
• Take part in appraisals, one-to-one discussions and agreed training to develop your estimating knowledge and skills.
• Attend meetings or carry out duties outside normal working hours where reasonably required.
• Understand the risks and responsibilities associated with your role, follow established procedures and seek guidance or escalate potential issues when needed.

What you’ll bring

• Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning about estimating, sales and fire sprinkler systems.
• Good basic numeracy and confidence working with figures.
• Basic experience using Word, Excel and email, with support available to help you develop your skills.
• Knowledge of Adobe is advantageous.
• A clear, friendly and professional communication style.
• Good attention to detail and a willingness to learn established processes.
• An organised approach and a willingness to ask for support when needed.
• Openness to feedback and an interest in learning how to read drawings, specifications and project information.
• A positive, reliable and helpful approach when working with colleagues, clients and customers.
• Enjoyment of working as part of a team and learning from experienced colleagues.
• A commitment to health and safety, good customer service and your own development.
• A full UK driving licence is preferrable due to opportunities meeting clients onsite.

Benefits:

• Company events
• Financial planning services
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance

Work Location: In person