Title:  Junior Estimator

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Junior Estimator to join our Group Commercial Team supporting our Complex Facilities Business Unit. This is a remote role that requires weekly travel.  

HOURS OF WORK – Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Join our vibrant, inclusive community in Complex Facilities division in producing high quality estimates and tender submissions for hard and soft building maintenance services, supporting business strategy, checking and complying with Amey governance, and ensuring the business secures profitable bids with a balanced risk profile.

Reporting to the Head of Estimating, you will receive guidance and training to support the pricing of bids and frameworks.

What you will do:

• Using company models to establish time and materials needed to undertake maintenance services
• Working on varied bids that can cover hundreds of sites with annual values into the millions
• Supporting other estimators on their bids in data analysis
• Reading and summarising tender documents
• Sorting and categorising client asset data in excel
• Liaising with other departments to ensure that all maintenance costs are captured correctly
• Completing client pricing returns
• Undertaking site visits and representing the company when required (a valid UK driving licence is essential)
• Following company governance procedures and presenting cost summaries
• Reviewing tender scoring evaluation criteria and pricing any potential opportunities for future revenue growth

What you will bring:

• Graduated from a technical or business degree, looking for your first working role or looking to move into a different role
• Have work experience in a similar role desired but not essential
• Enjoy working with MS Excel and data
• Have a desire to work in pricing and commercial roles
• Are keen to learn from other estimating professionals
• Pay attention to detail and have a desire to win
• Are a team player who is helpful and gets on with people, even under pressure
• Have good time keeping ability and can cope with peaks and troughs in workload
• Are proactive and self-motivated towards better ways of working
• Have an ability to communicate pricing and commercial issues concisely and effectively to bid teams

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.

If you have most but not all these skills and experiences, we encourage you to apply, as we may be able to offer development or training to support you.

Why Join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

• Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions
• Career Growth: Shine in your career with advancement opportunities to roles like Estimator and Principal Estimator
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.
• Holidays - Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
• Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
• Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey

About Amey

We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come.

To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.

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***We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible***

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