Graduate Estimator / Trainee Estimator

Graduate / Trainee EstimatorLocation: Brands HatchSalary: Circa £30,000 + BenefitsBennett & Game Recruitment are proud to be working with a well-established and highly respected Civil Engineering and Groundworks Contractor who are seeking a Graduate Estimator / Trainee Estimator to join their growing commercial team.Established for over 30 years, this privately owned contractor specialises in infrastructure, groundworks and civil engineering works for major UK residential developers. Operating across approximately 30 live sites at any one time, the business has built an outstanding reputation for quality delivery, staff retention and long-term client relationships.This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or numerically minded individual looking to establish a long-term career in construction estimating. Full training and support will be provided, with the opportunity to develop commercial and technical knowledge while working alongside experienced Estimators on a variety of groundwork and infrastructure projects. Graduate Estimator / Trainee Estimator Salary & BenefitsSalary £28,000 - £32,000 DOE (subject to experience)Annual bonusPrivate healthcareEnhanced Pension scheme25 days holiday + Bank HolidaysChristmas shutdown (4 days of annual leave required)Full training and ongoing professional developmentLong-term stable employmentStrong staff retention and career progression opportunities Graduate Estimator / Trainee Estimator Job OverviewAssisting the Estimating team with the preparation of competitive tenders for groundworks and civil engineering projectsSupporting the measurement and take-off of quantities from drawings and specificationsReviewing tender documentation, drawings and project requirementsAssisting with the preparation of cost estimates for labour, plant, materials and subcontractor worksObtaining and comparing quotations from suppliers and subcontractorsSupporting the preparation and submission of tender documentsLiaising with the commercial and operational teams to develop an understanding of project costs and delivery requirementsDeveloping knowledge of groundworks, drainage, foundations, roads and associated infrastructureMaintaining accurate estimating records and documentationGraduate Estimator / Trainee Estimator Job RequirementsDegree / HNC / T-Level in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline preferred but not essentialStrong numeracy skills and confidence working with figures are essentialGood attention to detail and an analytical approach to problem-solvingCompetent IT skills, particularly Microsoft ExcelStrong organisational and communication skillsA genuine interest in developing a career within construction estimatingPrevious experience within construction, groundworks or civil engineering would be advantageous but is not essentialWillingness to learn and develop within a supportive commercial teamBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.