Job Summary
We are seeking a Junior Estimator to join our team. The Junior Estimator will play a critical role in evaluating costs and providing accurate estimates for various projects. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients. The successful candidate will contribute to the overall success of our projects by ensuring cost control and effective budgeting.
Duties
* Working alongside the Senior Management and projects teams to ensure that Ad-hoc paperwork and any administrative tasks are completed accurately and efficiently.
* Methodical approach to all enquiries, ensuring all pre-sales work is documented, logged, filed, reviewed and set up correctly in the system.
* Learn how to prepare efficient and accurate interpretation of project requirements that in turn provides efficient and accurate costings / quotes.
* Learn how to obtain all supplier quotations, lead times, payment terms and technical information for any procured items in a timely fashion.
* Learn how to compile a tailored initial quotation to suit that particular project / client. Exceed the clients expectations in terms of a can do attitude, providing options and alternative solutions where required. Work with senior team members to apply knowledge to ensure alternative design proposals can be offered if a client requires.
* Ensure you are always available to assist the client and the Project Manager with any extras, additions, variations and future works which need estimating.
* Attending client meetings alongside Sales team and take meeting minutes, always maintaining a smart and professional appearance. Responsible for presenting samples, and recording feedback, helping with meeting food / drinks / clearing away etc.
* Longer term goals available to the right team member as the company grows and further opportunities arise.
Qualifications
* Experience as a Junior Estimator or in a similar role within the construction or manufacturing industry is desirable but not essential.
* Strong understanding of cost control principles and practices.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
* Excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
* Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also being self-motivated.
We look forward to welcoming a dedicated Junior Estimator who is eager to contribute to our dynamic team. Jonathan Carey Design Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship, Graduate
Pay: From £26,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Keighley BD21: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person