Apprentice Estimator

Summary

We are looking for an ambitious person to train as an Apprentice Estimator. You will accurately take measurements and specifications from building plans and tender documents, to form quotation documents.

Wage: £16,000 a year
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Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
Hours: Monday to Thursday either 8.30 to 4.30 or 9.00 to 5.00, Friday being from 8.30 to 4:00 with 30 for lunch.
37 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 31 March
Duration: 1 year 6 months
Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Accurately take measurements and specifications from building plans and tender documents, to form quotation documents
Prepare quotations for our customers working with Quantity Surveyors and the Technical department to ensure the proposed products are fit for purpose and quotation commercial competitive
Attend pre-order and pre-start meetings to set out guidelines of working for secured projects
Manage ongoing projects, keeping up to date with drawing revisions and changes through the length of the project

Where you’ll work

UNIT 9 WOOLPIT IND ESTATE

WINDMILL AVENUE

WOOLPIT

BURY ST EDMUNDS

IP30 9UP

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

W S TRAINING LTD.

Your training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Your training plan

Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship standard:

Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English to be taken if an equivalent grade is not held

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade Level 2/C/4)
Maths (grade Level 2/C/4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Team working
Initiative

About this company

Portico GB is a leading supplier and installer of windows, doors and conservatories to the new build industry supplying windows, doors and fitted wardrobes. We have a proven track record through 30 years of service to our clients in this dynamic area of the construction industry. This role will be based at our Head Office in Woolpit near to Bury St Edmunds. We employ around 50 people, some of whom have worked for the Company for many years.

http://www.porticogb.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Holiday will start at 29 days per year, increasing by 1 every year until 33 days.

After this apprenticeship

We are looking for someone who wants a career within the Construction Industry, and we offer excellent career opportunities to the right candidate.

The department is expanding rapidly and therefore there will be plenty of opportunities for career growth for the successful candidate.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

W S TRAINING LTD.

The Apprenticeship Team

apprenticeships@wstraining.co.uk

01284 788005

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000305494.

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Closes on Saturday 29 March 2025

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