Junior Estimator (Progression to Estimator)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Northolt, Greater London
9 months ago
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25 Jul 2025 (9 months ago)

Junior Estimator (Progression to Estimator)
£25,000 - £35,000 + Progression + Training + Company Benefits
Northolt

Are you a Junior Estimator with estimating software experience from a construction background or similar, looking for a role that provides progression and tailored training with a market leading company that provides the exposure to specialist high end development projects all over London?

Are you looking to join a well-established company that will invest in your technical development and ensure your personal development by offering a clear path to progression?

In this role, you will be identifying suitable tender opportunities, interpreting and extracting key information. You will also be responsible for producing quotations and present reports to customers, suppliers and internal teams as required.

This role would suit a Junior Estimator with a background in construction or similar, looking for an exciting role with a well-established company where you will be provided with ongoing training and a clear route to progression.

The Role:

Identifying suitable tender opportunities and extract key information
Responsible for producing quotations
Present reports to customers, suppliers and internal teams as required
Monday to Friday - 8:00am to 5:00pmThe Person:

Junior Estimator
Experience in using estimating software
Background in construction or similarReference: BBBH20919

Estimator, Estimating, Tendering, Budgeting, IRS, Residential, Construction, Satellite, Northolt, London, Property, Security, Electronic, London, Dartford, TV

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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