At GRAHAM, we are committed to growth and innovation. As our business continues to expand, we are seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Estimator to join our Building Division.
In this role, you’ll support the preparation of competitive bids and cost plans for high-profile construction projects. Under the guidance of experienced professionals, you’ll gain hands-on experience in estimating, supplier engagement, data analysis, and bid coordination.
If you’re passionate about Construction and the Built Environment and have an eye for detail, this is your chance to build a career with purpose.
The Graduate Estimator shall
- Assist in preparing accurate cost estimates, budgets, and cost plans
- Review tender documents, drawings, and specifications
- Obtain, compare, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations, ensuring compliance with tender requirements
- Support the preparation of bills of quantities, schedules of rates, and pricing documents
- Contribute to the development of tender submissions and supporting documentation
- Maintain and update cost databases, supplier and subcontractor information, and historic project data
- Help prepare tender adjudication reports and support bid presentations to senior management
- Work closely with Senior Estimators, Quantity Surveyors, and the wider Commercial team to ensure estimates are accurate and consistent
- Support compliance with company standards, health & safety procedures, and quality requirements
This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for the Graduate Estimator and the range of duties to be undertaken. It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.
Requirements
Technical competencies
Essential
- Hold a Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or Construction related degree
- Demonstrate strong communication skills
- Strong IT skills
- Right to work in the UK
Desirable
- An appreciation of Health & Safety practices
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Previous work experience specifically in the Construction Industry
- Able to demonstrate problem solving
About you
GRAHAM routes to becoming an Estimator
Graduates
We offer a programme which focuses on developing your technical and interpersonal skills. In addition, a structured, mentored training programme, aligned to a recognised professional qualification, will set you on the pathway to chartership. Through early responsibility you’ll learn quickly on challenging projects with the opportunity for fast track career advancement.
