_{18th November, 2025}

Trainee Estimator
 
Salary: £18k - £28k (dependent upon experience)
Location: West Midlands
Full-time | Permanent | Excellent training + career progression
 
Ready to develop your career in the construction industry in a highly acclaimed role where you'll make a real impact on the profitability and growth of the company? This is an incredible opportunity to be trained, developed and progressed within the construction sector and to set your career on a trajectory that could see you develop into an Estimator and then a Senior Estimator over the next few years. You'll need to be highly numerate, enjoy working with figures, great with systems and IT, and be able to build relationships and communicate effectively across multiple teams.
 
 
Why this role is perfect for you?
 

• You'll want a career with genuine progression, not just a job
• You'll enjoy problem-solving, be great with numbers, and enjoy working as part of a team
• You're keen to learn and take on real responsibility
• You have a genuine desire to build a career in the construction industry

 
What's on offer?
 
Training & development

• On-the-job training
• Regular check-ins and development reviews

 
Clear career progression - From Trainee Estimator to Estimator, Senior Estimator, and beyond—your future is mapped out and supported
 
Reward & recognition - Hard work doesn't go unnoticed. Expect:

• Competitive salary
• Performance-based reviews
• Opportunities to take on more responsibility as you grow

 
A genuinely great team - You'll join a team that looks out for each other, celebrates wins together, and works collaboratively on exciting projects.
 
What you'll be doing
 

• Learning how to read technical drawings and understanding project requirements
• Assisting with preparing accurate cost estimates
• Working with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain pricing
• Visiting sites to see how plans become reality
• Developing your understanding of materials, methods, and construction processes
• Supporting the team in bidding for new projects and delivering high-quality tenders

 
Who we're looking for
 
Any experience or qualifications within construction would be ideal along with:

• A positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Curiosity about construction, engineering, or problem-solving
• Good communication, verbal, written and numerical skills
• Good IT skills (Excel, Word, etc.)
• A desire to grow and build a long-term career

 
Join our reputable, established and friendly client as a Trainee Estimator and become part of a supportive team that invests in you!
 
 

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