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Junior Construction Estimator (Training/Progression) Northampton £40,000-£45,000 + Training + Progression + Bonus + Hybrid Are you a Junior Estimator or have a Construction background looking to join an award winning and ambitious company who will invest in your professional development through training and offer progression opportunities into more Senior and Management roles? Do you want to join a company who are the leading UK manufacturer of high-quality cast stone architectural features, garden ornaments, and bespoke design solutions for prestigious properties and landmark developments? On offer is the opportunity to take the next step in your construction career with a company that values expertise, encourages development, and works on prestigious projects across the UK and beyond. In this role you play a vital role in supporting our bespoke and architectural stonework projects. Working closely with sales, design, and production teams, you'll assess client requirements, interpret architectural drawings, and produce accurate quotations that reflect both value and quality. This role is ideal for someone with experience in construction, project coordination, technical sales, or quantity surveying - looking to work in a collaborative and design-led environment. The Role Prepare detailed and accurate quotations based on architectural drawings, specifications, and client briefs. Liaise with clients, architects, and contractors to clarify project details and ensure accurate costings Attend site visits or client meetings where required to support project scoping. The Person Worked for a construction/building merchant based company Looking for an Estimator role Driving license Reference Number: BBBH22313 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

Estimator Modular Construction (Rental Division) Location: Brandesburton Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days home Salary: £45,000 £55,000 + excellent benefits We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading company in the modular construction sector, who are looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to join their Rental Division. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a forward-thinking business, supporting their pre-construction team by preparing accurate tenders, quotations, and cost plans for a variety of modular projects. The successful candidate will report directly to the Head of Pre-Construction and play a key role in delivering competitive proposals and supporting client requirements. Key Responsibilities: Produce accurate quantity take-offs, cost estimates, and tender documentation. Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to gather and validate pricing and technical information. Prepare detailed contractor proposals based on designs and client briefs. Support the pre-construction and sales teams to develop competitive bids. Manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines. Candidate Profile: HNC/HND or degree in Construction (preferred). 5+ years experience in a similar estimating role, ideally in design-and-build, main contracting, or modular. Strong numerical and commercial skills, with proficiency in MS Office and estimating software. Knowledge of JCT Design & Build and NEC3 contracts advantageous. Ability to interpret drawings, schedules, and specifications. Package & Benefits: Salary: £45,000 £55,000 depending on experience 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Working hours: Mon Thurs 8:30am 5:00pm, Fri 8:30am 4:30pm Hybrid working: 3 days office-based / 2 days home-based Pension: 4% employee contribution / 10% employer contribution This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced estimator to join an established company within the modular construction industry.

Preconstruction Manager - Electrical Scotland, East Kilbride, Perth Permanent & Full Time Competitive Salary + Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary: As a preconstruction manager with Freedom Professional Services, you will be responsible for managing a mixed team of design engineers on large multidiscipline design projects, ensuring the successful delivery of projects from the start of the preconstruction phase, through to handover at construction. You will interface heavily with the construction team, managing the transfer of design and engineering solutions, into the construction area, and ensuring that the overarching project programme is maintained. Successful candidates will be self-starters, positive leaders, problem solvers, and good relationship-builders. As the Electrical preconstruction manager, you will apply construction and site experience from electrical projects to the design process, leading the constructability review phase of electrical designs. This role may require work on multiple projects at the same time and may require travel to different offices and site locations as necessary. As a preconstruction manager, you will have three main areas of focus in the business, primarily on projects that are Design and Build projects/opportunities: During project tender phase, support the sales/business development team to evaluate the client/project requirements from the tender documentation, help to build an initial cost estimate, input into the initial high-level schedule development process, and answer any initial design team queriesAfter contract award, support the design team with design reviews and constructability reviews and provide input to the project schedule and quality plan. Support the design team with the project risk register and health and safety fileDuring construction, support the construction team with onsite problem resolutions and feed-back lessons learned to design and sales/business development team. Key Deliverables Read tender documentation and support the sales team with risks and opportunities for the design, arising from the client specification Provide cost estimations in conjunction with the estimator Support construction and commissioning phases of the project Provide insight into equipment selection in the design phase, with construction-level inputs Support with CDM / regulatory requirements Design Phase Study the contract as signed to understand the project requirements Lead constructability reviews with the design team Support project planner with construction-level input to create realistic preconstruction schedules Support in the development of the project quality plan for Construction / Commissioning phases Support with hand-over from design to construction Develop construction Inspection & Test Plans and relevant check sheets (if not already present within company) Provide construction knowhow as required Support site team with construction issues resolution Conduct lessons learned at completion of preconstruction phase (equipment / quality / methodology / schedule issues) and feedback to engineers and sales team, improving Freedom's project execution Develop and implement preconstruction strategies that align with the overall project objectives and goals. Work closely with the construction team to ensure that designs and engineering solutions meet the project requirements and are feasible from a construction perspective. Manage the preconstruction budget, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively. Review and approve project designs and plans, ensuring that they meet the project requirements and are in compliance with relevant regulations and standards from a construction perspective. Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and vendors. Provide technical expertise and guidance to the design team, and interface with the construction team to provide solutions to design and engineering challenges. Ensure that project risks are identified and managed effectively throughout the preconstruction phase. Develop and implement preconstruction strategies that align with the overall project objectives and goals. Work closely with the construction team to ensure that designs and engineering solutions meet the project requirements and are feasible from a construction perspective. Manage the preconstruction budget, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively. What We're Looking For: If you are an experienced Preconstruction Manager looking for a dynamic role where you can drive project success from design to construction, we would love to hear from you. Extensive experience in preconstruction and construction management, with a proven track record of delivering successful projects. Experience managing a team of construction managers, supervisors and site engineers. Strong technical knowledge and expertise in construction management, OH&S and SHEQ management, and engineering. Knowledge of relevant T&D regulations and standards, including awareness of client standards. Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team. Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software. Qualifications: Engineering HND or Construction HND or other related field Health and Safety related qualification such as SMSTS/IOSH/NEBOSH Hold CSCS card Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Industry competitive Base Salary + Sales Bonus Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our cultur

Preconstruction Manager - Electrical Scotland, East Kilbride, Perth Permanent & Full Time Competitive Salary + Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Summary: As a preconstruction manager with Freedom Professional Services, you will be responsible for managing a mixed team of design engineers on large multidiscipline design projects, ensuring the successful delivery of projects from the start of the preconstruction phase, through to handover at construction. You will interface heavily with the construction team, managing the transfer of design and engineering solutions, into the construction area, and ensuring that the overarching project programme is maintained. Successful candidates will be self-starters, positive leaders, problem solvers, and good relationship-builders. As the Electrical preconstruction manager, you will apply construction and site experience from electrical projects to the design process, leading the constructability review phase of electrical designs. This role may require work on multiple projects at the same time and may require travel to different offices and site locations as necessary. As a preconstruction manager, you will have three main areas of focus in the business, primarily on projects that are Design and Build projects/opportunities: During project tender phase, support the sales/business development team to evaluate the client/project requirements from the tender documentation, help to build an initial cost estimate, input into the initial high-level schedule development process, and answer any initial design team queriesAfter contract award, support the design team with design reviews and constructability reviews and provide input to the project schedule and quality plan. Support the design team with the project risk register and health and safety fileDuring construction, support the construction team with onsite problem resolutions and feed-back lessons learned to design and sales/business development team. Key Deliverables Read tender documentation and support the sales team with risks and opportunities for the design, arising from the client specification Provide cost estimations in conjunction with the estimator Support construction and commissioning phases of the project Provide insight into equipment selection in the design phase, with construction-level inputs Support with CDM / regulatory requirements Design Phase Study the contract as signed to understand the project requirements Lead constructability reviews with the design team Support project planner with construction-level input to create realistic preconstruction schedules Support in the development of the project quality plan for Construction / Commissioning phases Support with hand-over from design to construction Develop construction Inspection & Test Plans and relevant check sheets (if not already present within company) Provide construction knowhow as required Support site team with construction issues resolution Conduct lessons learned at completion of preconstruction phase (equipment / quality / methodology / schedule issues) and feedback to engineers and sales team, improving Freedom's project execution Develop and implement preconstruction strategies that align with the overall project objectives and goals. Work closely with the construction team to ensure that designs and engineering solutions meet the project requirements and are feasible from a construction perspective. Manage the preconstruction budget, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively. Review and approve project designs and plans, ensuring that they meet the project requirements and are in compliance with relevant regulations and standards from a construction perspective. Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and vendors. Provide technical expertise and guidance to the design team, and interface with the construction team to provide solutions to design and engineering challenges. Ensure that project risks are identified and managed effectively throughout the preconstruction phase. Develop and implement preconstruction strategies that align with the overall project objectives and goals. Work closely with the construction team to ensure that designs and engineering solutions meet the project requirements and are feasible from a construction perspective. Manage the preconstruction budget, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively. What We're Looking For: If you are an experienced Preconstruction Manager looking for a dynamic role where you can drive project success from design to construction, we would love to hear from you. Extensive experience in preconstruction and construction management, with a proven track record of delivering successful projects. Experience managing a team of construction managers, supervisors and site engineers. Strong technical knowledge and expertise in construction management, OH&S and SHEQ management, and engineering. Knowledge of relevant T&D regulations and standards, including awareness of client standards. Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team. Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software. Qualifications: Engineering HND or Construction HND or other related field Health and Safety related qualification such as SMSTS/IOSH/NEBOSH Hold CSCS card Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Industry competitive Base Salary + Sales Bonus Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our cultur

Sales Executive / Assistant Estimator - Joinery London preferred (hybrid) Experience: Graduate or 1 3 years About: My client is a design-led company shaping the future of workplace transitions. From cycle storage and changing rooms to innovative on-floor solutions, we create end-of-trip spaces that help buildings stand out and earn the commute. You ll be joining a high-performing UK/EU team backed by global expertise practical, ambitious, and passionate about making workplaces healthier, smarter, and more sustainable. The Role This is a launchpad role for someone at the start of their career who s curious about design, commercial delivery, and real-world projects. You ll be at the heart of our sales pipeline, helping opportunities move from first contact to successful delivery. You will: Qualify inbound leads and tender opportunities Support responses to RFIs, RFQs, and proposals Manage pipeline data and communications in HubSpot Liaise with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders Book meetings, track actions, and help keep deals on track Our challenge isn t just to get on spec it s to stay there. That means asking the right questions, engaging the right people, and positioning our offer to rise above the competition. What s In It For You Mentorship in sales, estimating, and project coordination Hands-on experience with high-profile UK & European projects A collaborative, fast-paced team who ll support and challenge you A clear pathway into business development, account management, or consulting The chance to contribute to healthier, more sustainable buildings What You Bring You might be: A recent graduate in architecture, quantity surveying, or construction management Or someone with 1 3 years of experience in sales coordination, estimating, or fit-out support More importantly, you re: A strong communicator (written and verbal) Confident handling client conversations and technical information Detail-oriented with a proactive mindset Curious, accountable, and outcome-driven (Familiarity with space planning, estimating, or CRM tools would be a bonus.)

At Jacobs, we'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.  With more than 55,000 people in 40+ countries, working at Jacobs offers an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. People are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.  In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay, free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.  We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Jacobs. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business. About the Opportunity   Working within our Field Services business you’ll be part of a large construction focused workforce tendering for and delivering complex and challenging construction projects throughout the nuclear and defence sectors, from inception to final delivery and client handover Jacobs Field Services offer a fantastic opportunity to engage with all life cycle phases of a project. •    Working within our AWE team, reporting into the LOB estimating lead you will directly contribute to the development of multi-disciplined construction estimates for various field construction projects, from laboratory re-fits to major new builds. This opportunity presents fantastic development and growth opportunities and will allow you to develop your range of estimating capability’s on a multitude of fast paced and interesting projects.   Here’s What You’ll Need: The Estimator is responsible for aiding in the development of construction cost estimates covering all phases and cost elements of multi disciplined construction projects. This involves the development and owenrship of the estimate plan, contributing to the detailed development of the multi-disciplined construction estimate, developing the estimate basis and contributing to estimate reviews with the estimating lead and senior management.  The main responsibilities are;  Prepare, compile and co-ordinate the development of the estimate, ensuring all required estimating documentation is completed and issued to the capture manager in line with the bid schedule. •    Read and interpret ITT documentation in full, raise any TQ’s or RFI’s where information is believed to be missing or unclear. •    participate in tender analysis and risk reviews •    Utilise and understand personnel rate cards  •    Prepare discipline by discipline quantity take-offs (Mechanical, E&I, Civils, Structural, Building Works) involving where applicable the preparation of RFQ packages from drawings and specifications. •    Work with subcontractors and suppliers to prepare and distribute subcontractor & materials RFQ packages for work within project scope but not performed internally, including defining the scope of work, providing drawings, specifications and required documentation; •    Develop detailed indirect estimates, both onsite and off-site support; •    Complete detailed cost calculations including indirect, direct labour, material, rentals, subcontracts, and equipment; •    Gather, analyse, input and compile information for negotiated work; •    Ensure that the governance process is followed and the accurate submission of documentation for tender approval. Qualifications & Experience: Essential:  5 + years of experience in an estimating or related role, preferably in an industrial construction environment; •    Understand and apply estimating norms, factors and allowances to project cost components •    Understand the full project life cycle and its components of cost. •    Understand and develop project CBS and WBS structures •    Have experience of working with planning and scheduling to develop construciton programmes. •    Work closely with the Commercial Lead, Sales Lead and Capture manager to ensure all commercial tender requirements are completed in a timely manor prior to bid submission •    Have good presentation skills and experience of presenting bids to internalally for review •    Extensive knowledge and ability to use all MS Office packaged, Especially Excel and Word. •    Degree, diploma, or certificate in Mechanical engineering or related discipline from an accredited post-secondary institution; technical training in project management, drafting and engineering design, trade certificates, and/or field experience are definite assets; •    NEC3/4 Contract suite implementation. Experienced in the production of fixed price, target cost and reimbursable estimates. Our Culture Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. Find out more about life at Jacobs. We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centred on inclusion and diversity – ACE, Careers, Enlace, Harambee, OneWorld, Prism, Vetnet, and Women’s – find out more about our employee networks here. Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent.  For greater online accessibility please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team. Your application experience is important to us and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. We welcome feedback on our recruitment process and if you need more from us before deciding to join Jacobs then please let us know.