Job Title: Junior Estimator
Location: Diss, Norfolk (on:site only)
Salary: GBP23,000 to GBP28,000 per year
Job type: Full Time : Permanent
About Us:
Novum Structures is an industry leader in innovative architectural solutions, specialising in high:performance systems for roofs, façades, and building envelopes.
The Role:
As a Junior Estimator, you will play a key role in supporting the Estimating team by compiling cost estimates to provide a client or potential client with products or services within a set timeframe. Working closely with architectural and structural drawings, you will assess material, labour, and equipment requirements and analyse different quotes from sub:contractors and suppliers.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support with obtaining project specific quotations for elements of work. Subcontracted works, (design, fabrication and installation of supporting secondary steelwork) material supply and fabrication (ETFE, Glazing), and others as required
* Support with Take off material schedule and prepare estimate using appropriate estimating system
* Keep existing contracts up to date, including making amendments, providing new cost estimates, and maintaining communication with the client
* Adhere to company standards and guidelines when analysing and providing estimations; focus on maximising profit and customer satisfaction, while minimising any potential risks to the company
* Keep detailed records of all estimation documentation
* Support with summarising and tracking the differences between Novums tender submission and the tender specification and ensure these are included as part of the tender submission
* Ensure that quotes/costs for review are accurate and to the required spec
* Prepare cost sheets and submission documents for review by Senior Estimators, Estimating/BID Manager
* Ensure that directly issued tenders are followed up with the client, try to build the client relationship between the estimating team and Novum
* Support with ensuring quotes are submitted on or prior to the deadline given
* Attend internal and external meetings as required and take minutes where required
What Were Looking For:
Essential Qualifications:
* Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including Maths and English
Experience and Skills:
* Working knowledge of steel, glass, and cladding (desirable).
* Proficiency in MS Office packages (essential).
* Strong numerical, verbal, and written communication skills.
* Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail.
* Motivated, adaptable, and cooperative attitude, ready to support team goals.
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary package in a range of GBP23,000 to GBP28,000
* A holiday allowance of 22 days per year plus Bank Holidays
* Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
Application Process:
* Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.
* Please note that this vacancy may close at any time if sufficient applications have been received.
* Overseas candidates will NOT be considered for this role. We are not sponsoring Visas at this time, so please refrain from applying unless eligible to work in the UK
* No Agencies Please
Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.
Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Junior Costs Estimator, Junior Technical Estimator, Junior Engineering Project Estimator, Junior Technical Project Estimator, Junior Project Coordinator, Junior Project Planner, Junior Project Leader, may also be considered for this role.