About M Squared
We create the exceptional outdoor spaces that make developments stand out. We’re specialists in commercial landscaping and groundworks, working with main contractors, end clients and public sector organisations to create the outdoor spaces that enhance housing developments, care settings, public places, and more. We have built a strong reputation by consistently delivering on complex and high profile projects throughout the UK. Our experienced and dedicated team have fuelled our growth, all sharing our commitment to innovation and continuous improvement. We’ve developed unique, tailored technology to streamline processes and project management for all staff, and continually invest in tools, training and team‑building to ensure everyone can thrive. Founded in 2014, we capped off our 10 year in business by hitting our target of £10m turnover. Now we’ve been flagged as one of the top Scottish Companies to Watch in 2025, already ranked in the Financial Times FT1000 for Europe’s Fastest Growing Companies, too.
We’re growing and looking for the talent to help us achieve our ambitions.
Role: Trainee Estimator
The trainee estimator will assist with tender enquiries, client communication, and scope reviews, ensuring accurate quantity take‑offs. They will also manage supplier quote requests, follow up on pricing, and support the review and analysis of tender submissions.
* Manage inbound enquiries and customer relationships
* Assist in quantity take‑offs
* Supplier Quote Request
* Follow‑up and Review of submitted BIDs
* Assist in handover & Prestart of secured projects
Key Responsibilities
* Manage inbound enquiries and customer relationships
* Assist in quantity take‑offs
* Supplier Quote Request
* Follow‑up and Review of submitted BIDs
* Assist in handover & Prestart of secured projects
Skills & Experience
* Some experience in the construction or landscaping industry, even in a related role.
* Experience using take off software (Bluebeam or CAD)
* Basic knowledge of quantity take‑off principles.
* Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
* A positive attitude and a strong work ethic.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines.
About You
We’ve created an environment where everyone can thrive and share in our successes. We ensure our team can play to their strengths and feel empowered to contribute their expertise, past experience, or new ideas.
Values & Traits
* We take pride in our work and ourselves.
* Showing a strong work ethic, a commitment to quality, and being proactive.
* We do what we say well do.
* Being eager to contribute to continued growth of M Squared, and able to offer or ask for support as needed.
* We do what it takes to get the job done.
* Thriving in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment, and being adaptable and resilient to new opportunities or challenges.
* We’re ambitious and work hard.
* Being keen to learn and develop new skills, seizing opportunities to undertake training, work on new projects or with new technologies.
What We Offer
Raise the bar
We’re not your typical contractors; we’ve brought innovation, AI and automation to our industry. We’ll give you the tools and technologies to make your life easier and your work better.
Grow with us
Our people are our greatest asset, so you’ll get ongoing training and personal development to help you succeed. We’re creating new opportunities for our team as we scale the business across the UK.
Make your mark
We’ll listen when you come up with new ways of working or problem‑solving — we recognize and reward great work. We’re open and agile to new ideas, maintaining our entrepreneurial roots.
A place to thrive
We’re a close‑knit team supporting and learning from one another. We work hard to provide a working environment where you can flourish.
Benefits
* Private Health Insurance
* Employee rewards with Odeon, Mindful Chef, Prime and more
* Discounted Gym Memberships
* Corporate Events
* Length of Service Holidays
* Annual Leave for your birthday
* Branded Workwear
* Free Parking
Job Details
Job Types: Full‑time, Permanent
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