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We have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Estimator to join our team! This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their estimating career in a fast-paced environment, with direct support from experienced professionals and clear progression pathways. 7formation is a rapidly expanding nationwide construction and fit out company dedicated to excellence, innovation, and growth. We work with well-known clients such as Next, Adidas, DFS and Travis Perkins, to name just a few. You can find out more about our extensive client portfolio on our website.
Job Responsibility:
Preparing and pricing tenders
Preparing subcontractor bid packages and ensuring strong subcontractor coverage
Using creativity and resourcefulness to obtain improved pricing from subcontractors
Reviewing bid requirements thoroughly and raising follow-up questions on every tender
Developing RFIs and clarifications to reduce exclusions and improve tender accuracy
Carrying out detailed tender analysis for review at tender meetings
Producing bid lists aligned to project scope and ensuring the right subcontractors are engaged
Liaising with clients and subcontractors to minimise tender exclusions
Suggesting value-engineering options to deliver best value for clients
Reviewing awarded tender drawings alongside the Project Team and highlighting potential issues
Identifying subcontractors/materials requiring lead times and ensuring suppliers meet programme dates
Seeking and qualifying new subcontractors and suppliers in line with HSQE requirements
Managing subcontractor interactions to build long-term relationships
Working closely with teams across the business (QS, Project Management, Accounting, HSQE and Buying)
Ensuring bids and budgets are completed and submitted 100% by the deadline
Double-checking all deliverables to minimise errors
Following established estimating processes and company procedures
Taking off dimensions from drawings using Bluebeam and populating Bills of Quantities (BOQ)
Setting up tender folders in line with the tender folder template and ensuring all documentation is correctly filed
Requirements:
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Organised, punctual, and self-motivated
Confident managing multiple tasks with excellent follow-up skills
High attention to detail with a habit of checking work thoroughly
Ability to build professional relationships internally and externally
A proactive mindset and willingness to ask questions and seek clarity
Previous estimating experience (junior, trainee or assistant level)
Experience working in UK construction (main contractor or subcontractor)
Familiarity with tender processes and/or using Bluebeam
Understanding of construction trades and scope interpretation
Nice to have:
Previous estimating experience (junior, trainee or assistant level)
Experience working in UK construction (main contractor or subcontractor)
Familiarity with tender processes and/or using Bluebeam
Understanding of construction trades and scope interpretation
What we offer:
Exciting opportunities for professional growth and career development
Mentoring and support from experienced Project Managers
A dynamic team with a passion for innovation
A collaborative, supportive, and inclusive working environment
25 days holiday (+ public holidays), increasing to 28 days with length of service
Death in Service benefit
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
Employee Assistance Programme
Auto-enrolment pension
Refer a friend bonus
Social events including a summer event and Christmas party