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🟢 Actively Hiring · Posted 24d ago ⏳ Closes in 67 days UK Corridor 🛡️ UK Work Eligibility 🏢 Company - Private

Junior / Trainee Construction Estimator

Salary Range
£22,000 - £25,000
£1,833 - £2,083 / mo

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Location Base
Wigan, England
Tier-1 UK Economic Zone
Est. Take-Home Pay
68% - 74% (After PAYE & NI)
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1.0 GBP ≈ $1.28 USD Living Standard
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Position Overview & Specifications

Amspec Limited in Wigan have grown over the last 21 years into one of the most capable and exciting Design & Build enterprises in the Northwest, currently operating in 4 key sectors:

  • Commercial and Industrial
  • Retail and Leisure
  • Public Sector
  • Specialist and Bespoke (our Specialist and Bespoke service involves the Design and Manufacture of fitted and loose Joinery products).

We are looking to add to our busy estimating department and have an opportunity for a Junior/Trainee Estimator.

Whilst some experience in the Industry (either On-Site or in Administration) is preferred, we are looking for someone with an eagerness to learn and get involved in our fast-paced environment, so all backgrounds will be considered. You should be keen to learn about the Construction Industry and to get involved within the Estimating process. As part of a small Estimating Team, you will have the opportunity to be an integral part of the Company whilst undergoing a comprehensive internal training programme which would include learning the Evaluate Estimating software which we use across all our projects.

The role will include the following duties:

· Provide take-offs and detailed bills of quantities.

· Being involved in all aspects of Bid Preparation, Preparation of Enquiries to Sub-Contractors, Cost Comparisons & Bid Strategies.

· Organising and attending site visits with Clients and Sub-contractors

· Ability to multi-task, as you will be required to work across multiple projects at any one time.

You will be required to attend sites to carry out surveys, so a full UK driving licence is essential.

Experience of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) would be advantageous, and a common-sense approach to information sourcing and problem solving is required.

You must have a proactive attitude to getting involved and have excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with all levels of the business. You should be a hardworking, driven individual with the determination to develop and succeed.

This is a full-time permanent position to commence asap. 45 hrs per week Monday to Friday typically worked between 07.30am – 5.00pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. Salary per annum is between £22,000 - £25,000 dependent upon age and experience. We offer a company pension scheme and staff reward and recognition programme. We also encourage and promote continuous professional development for all staff, with no barriers to further training.

Please apply with your CV no later than Friday 30th June 2023 should you wish to be considered for Interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £22,000.00-£25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • Free or subsidised travel
  • Free parking
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • On-site parking
  • Store discount

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Wigan: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/06/2023

Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process

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Application & Resume Screening

Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.

2

Technical & Competency Interviews

Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.

3

Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation

Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.

4

Onboarding & Corporate Integration

Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.

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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:

🇬🇧 Skilled Worker Visa (Tier 2)

Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.

🏛️ Settlement (ILR) Pathway

Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.

⚖️ Official regulatory reference: UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) & Home Office Sponsor Register.

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Recruitment Insights

Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Junior / Trainee Construction Estimator roles across Amspec Limited's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:

1. Domain Competency

Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.

2. Behavioral & Leadership

STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.

3. Compensation Alignment

Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £22,000 - £25,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.

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