Trainee Estimator - Graduate

Trainee Estimator
📍 West Midlands
💰 Salary: Competitive + Package
🎓 Ideal for a student currently completing a Quantity Surveying degree or a recent graduate
A growing and well-established interior fit-out and specialist subcontractor is looking to recruit a Trainee Estimator to join their commercial team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is already at least 2 years into their Quantity Surveying degree, or potentially recently qualified, looking to gain hands-on experience within a busy and supportive construction environment.
Working alongside experienced commercial professionals, you will gain exposure across both Quantity Surveying and Estimating functions, helping to develop a strong all-round commercial understanding of the construction industry.
The Role
You will assist with:

• Preparing and reviewing quotations and tender submissions
• Measurement and take-offs from drawings
• Assisting with subcontractor and supplier enquiries
• Supporting cost planning and budgeting
• Commercial administration and document management
• Variations, valuations and cost tracking
• Liaising with site teams, clients and suppliers
• Supporting the commercial team across multiple live projects

Requirements

• Currently studying towards a Quantity Surveying degree (minimum 2 years completed) or recently qualified
• Strong interest in construction, interiors and fit-out
• Good numerical and analytical skills
• Motivated, organised and eager to learn
• Strong communication skills
• Competent with Microsoft Office packages
• Full UK driving licence preferred

What’s on Offer

• Excellent career development opportunity
• Exposure to both QS and Estimating disciplines
• Supportive and experienced commercial team
• Long-term progression within a growing business
• Competitive salary and package

This role would suit an ambitious Trainee Quantity Surveyor looking to build a long-term career within the construction industry and gain valuable experience across commercial and estimating functions

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