Due to continued expansion throughout the UK, we are recruiting for a Trainee Multi Utility Estimator to join our Business Development Team at our Head Office in Bolton, with the opportunity to progress into a competent and experienced MU Estimator.
Aptus is committed to training the ideal candidate for the role. Whether you have no experience or extensive expertise in the utilities or estimating sector, we encourage you to apply if you’re ready to embrace a new challenge.
What you will be doing:
* To carry out pre-contract activities with enquiry set up and tendering duties
* Create and modify tender documents using Microsoft Office, Excel and Word
* Provide comprehensive support to the Estimating Department
* Handle incoming enquiries via phone, email and in person
* Collaborate with team members and other departments to ensure efficient workflow and communication
* Apply for asset value quotations to our adoption partners
* Compile utility tender quotations for gas, water, electric, street lighting, fibre and vehicle charging for new domestic and Industrial/ Commercial developments
* Work alongside key account/ business development managers and wider tendering team to ensure tenders are produced in a timely manner and to customer expectations
* Any other duties as required
What we ask from you:
* Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Office, Word and Outlook
* Good literacy and numeracy skills (grades 4 or above)
* Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
* Good telephone manner
* Good team working skills
* Ability to problem solve
* Ability to manage own workload, set priorities and work to strict deadlines
* Evidence and interest in and commitment to the success of Aptus Utilities Limited
* Commitment to the company values
What we can offer in return:
* The opportunity to develop your career
* Mentoring and ongoing guidance to settle you into your role
* Benefits include cashback plans including eye-care, dental & prescriptions, to name just a few.
* Gym, fitness and retail discounts
* Donate a Day – we will gift you an extra day off each year to do something for charity or within the community
* We promote physical and mental health and provide additional support to our employees via our Employer Assistance Program all year round
This is a full-time position working within an office environment.
What’s next?
Please send your CV and contact details to careers@aptusutilities.co.uk.
If you are shortlisted for this role, you will be contacted by a member of our People Team or the Hiring Manager, who will usually arrange a short telephone interview before arranging a face-to-face interview.
Interested in this position?
Your Name (required)
Your Email (required)
Your Contact Number
Position Applying for
Upload Your C.V
I would like to receive marketing emails by Aptus.
Got any questions?
If you're looking to enquire about any of our services, or have any questions, please get in touch by phone or email.
Aptus House
Units 19-20 Barrs Fold Road
Wingates Industrial Estate
Bolton
BL5 3XP
#J-18808-Ljbffr