Junior Estimator Job at Travis Perkins (Northampton)

Junior Estimator / Sales & Costing Administrator

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive individual looking to develop a ...

Location

United Kingdom , Tunbridge Wells

Salary:

26000.00 - 27000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills
Relevant sales/customer service skills
Strong educational background
degree level or equivalent
Technical curiosity with a willingness to learn and grow in the role
Ability to understand basic technical documentation (training provided)
strong IT skills including Excel for quotations and costing sheets

Job Responsibility

Build and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing clients
Identify and act on opportunities to be nominated for new projects
Support Account Sales Managers in achieving sales targets
Prepare accurate, competitive, and technically sound quotations based on client specifications and market conditions
Ensure tenders are submitted on time to meet customer deadlines
Follow up on quotations to maximise win rates
Proactively reach out to existing clients to generate new opportunities (including occasional site or client visits)
Identify discrepancies in projects and advise clients early in the process
Collaborate with Sales Managers and the Sales Director on new leads and key decision-maker introductions
Understand client needs and align proposals with their buying motivations

What we offer

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
Pension
Medical Healthcare
free parking

Fulltime

Industrial Estimator

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator for our clients industrial an...

Location

Canada , Vancouver

Salary:

100000.00 - 130000.00 CAD / Year

Randstad

Expiration Date

June 22, 2026

Requirements

7+ years of experience estimating electrical work relating to high voltage substations, power generating facilities, transit, Water Treatment, LNG Mining, Bulk Terminals, and other industrial systems will be considered
Knowledgeable in heavy-industry electrical estimating work as a general contractor preferred
Electrical Engineering degree, or an equivalent combination of related education and electrical field experience
Relevant Electrical TQ or field experience or, AScT., E.I.T. or P.Eng. status
Demonstrated understanding of industry practices, electrical tendering processes and Bid Depository regulations
Sound knowledge of the electrical sub-trades scope of work and installation methodology
Good understanding of electrical drawings and ability to interpret schematics and P&ID's
Knowledge of Accubid and LiveCount estimating Software
Superior proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint)
Experience using Bluebeam, AutoCAD or BIM, an asset

Job Responsibility

Estimate industrial and infrastructure project costs, assemble quantity take-offs and develop quotation submissions
Prepare requests for quotations, obtain competitive pricing from suppliers, subs contractors, etc.
Develop Quotations for opportunities ranging from $1M to $100M+ in total value
Proof-read estimates for completeness and compliance with scope and specifications
Strategize and maintain communication with Suppliers and Customers
Draft proposals and submit tenders – meeting specialized requirements as needed
Contribute to the development of bid labour & material databases
Analyze current practices and pricing, identify areas for cost saving and process improvement
Develop project indirect costs and overheads for each estimate
Support and mentor junior estimators

What we offer

Excellent compensation and benefits
Hybrid/Remote work opportunity
Opportunities for career advancement

Fulltime

New

Director Of Electrical Estimating

Seeking an experienced Director of Estimating to lead their preconstruction and ...

Location

Salary:

Not provided

Blueprint Staffing

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years commercial electrical estimating experience
Leadership experience preferred
Strong knowledge of commercial electrical construction
Experience with Accubid or similar estimating software
Design-build experience preferred
Ability to manage multiple large bids simultaneously

Job Responsibility

Lead all estimating and preconstruction activities
Manage estimating team workload and bid schedules
Review drawings, specifications, and bid packages
Develop conceptual and detailed estimates
Coordinate with project management and operations teams
Build relationships with GCs, developers, and owners
Improve estimating systems and standards
Mentor junior estimators

What we offer

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, & Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
401K with Company Match
Relocation assistance available for the right candidate

Lead Project Controls Specialist - Estimating

Under the guidance of Cost Estimating management, the Lead Cost Estimator prepar...

Location

United States , Philadelphia

Salary:

94300.00 - 122256.00 USD / Year

AMTRAK

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience
Plus 6 years of relevant work experience
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
Intermediate to Advanced skill level/knowledge in: Principles and practices of project cost estimating through all phases of the project lifecycle
Reviewing and providing feedback on all aspects of project cost estimates developed by others
Business processes, techniques, and procedures related to cost estimating in large and/or complex capital construction projects
Construction / Engineering contracting methods and types
Principles and practices of construction services and materials procurement
Cost estimating methods and practices for projects in conceptual design phase through completion of detailed design
Statistical analysis methods

Job Responsibility

Collaborates with the Project Manager and team to create cost estimates at various scope maturity levels using InEight Estimate application and Excel
Collects project scope details, drawings, schedules, and execution strategies. Prepares and maintains the Basis of Estimate document to support development of cost estimates
Perform QC checks on estimates prepared by fellow Estimators on the team and review and assessment of cost estimates completed by others. Provides feedback in prioritized and comprehensive format and develops formal Cost Estimate Review Reports when required
Develop cost estimate by identifying work packages, quantifying scope elements, estimating direct cost line items and construction indirect costs, and estimating project “soft” costs such as project management, construction management, etc
Support development of project budget contingency to account for estimate uncertainties and potential project risks events. Participates in risk evaluation sessions or pre-construction reviews, and ensures risks are documented and assessed in terms of probability and impact to enable project team development of risk mitigation plans and contingencies
Assists with preparing and assessing change order impact estimates, mentors’ junior estimators, contribute to initiatives in business process improvements
Conduct site visits of future and ongoing construction project sites to support cost estimate development and gain knowledge of craft/discipline scope of work.

What we offer

health, dental, and vision plans
health savings accounts
wellness programs
flexible spending accounts
401K retirement plan with employer match
life insurance
short and long term disability insurance
paid time off
back-up care
adoption assistance

Fulltime

Lead Project Controls Specialist - Estimating

Under the guidance of Cost Estimating management, the Lead Cost Estimator prepar...

Location

United States , Philadelphia

Salary:

94300.00 - 122256.00 USD / Year

AMTRAK

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
Plus 6 years of relevant work experience.
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
Intermediate to Advanced skill level/knowledge in: Principles and practices of project cost estimating through all phases of the project lifecycle
Reviewing and providing feedback on all aspects of project cost estimates developed by others.
Business processes, techniques, and procedures related to cost estimating in large and/or complex capital construction projects
Construction / Engineering contracting methods and types
Principles and practices of construction services and materials procurement
Cost estimating methods and practices for projects in conceptual design phase through completion of detailed design
Statistical analysis methods

Job Responsibility

Collaborates with the Project Manager and team to create cost estimates at various scope maturity levels using InEight Estimate application and Excel.
Collects project scope details, drawings, schedules, and execution strategies. Prepares and maintains the Basis of Estimate document to support development of cost estimates
Perform QC checks on estimates prepared by fellow Estimators on the team and review and assessment of cost estimates completed by others. Provides feedback in prioritized and comprehensive format and develops formal Cost Estimate Review Reports when required.
Develop cost estimate by identifying work packages, quantifying scope elements, estimating direct cost line items and construction indirect costs, and estimating project “soft” costs such as project management, construction management, etc.
Support development of project budget contingency to account for estimate uncertainties and potential project risks events. Participates in risk evaluation sessions or pre-construction reviews, and ensures risks are documented and assessed in terms of probability and impact to enable project team development of risk mitigation plans and contingencies
Assists with preparing and assessing change order impact estimates, mentors’ junior estimators, contribute to initiatives in business process improvements.
Conduct site visits of future and ongoing construction project sites to support cost estimate development and gain knowledge of craft/discipline scope of work.

What we offer

health, dental, and vision plans
health savings accounts
wellness programs
flexible spending accounts
401K retirement plan with employer match
life insurance
short and long term disability insurance
paid time off
back-up care
adoption assistance

Fulltime