GRAHAM Academy - Graduate Estimator - Scotland

Job Title: Graduate Estimator - Scotland

DIVISION: Build
LOCATION: Glasgow or Livingston
CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent
BENEFITS: Car Allowance; Subsidised Private Medical Cover; Life Assurance Scheme; Living away from home allowance (where appropriate), Contributory Pension, 35 Days annual leave (Including Public Holidays)

Job Summary
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.

Job Description:
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.

THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
• The closing date for applications will be Friday 8th January 2027.
• Interviews will commence in February 2027.
• Successful candidates will be notified in March 2027.
• All successful applicants will join the business by September 2027, with some opportunities to start earlier where possible.

Our Commitment:
At GRAHAM, we are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people from all backgrounds. We seek to promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunities. We believe that everyone should be treated solely on the basis of personal merit and contribution throughout their GRAHAM career journey and not on the value of artificial barriers, prejudices, or preferences.

If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

We are dedicated to making our policies and guidance accessible to all applicants and employees. If you need this document in an alternative format, such as large print, audio, or braille, please contact us at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 07384 916355

As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. If you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme, please contact Louise Hunter, Resourcing Manager, at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 07384 916355

We are only able to consider applications from individuals who are eligible to live and work in the UK, as per Home Office regulations. Please check your eligibility with the regulations before applying. Individuals with a current time restricted right to work in the UK, should contact the Human Resources team in the first instance.

A basic disclosure may be requested if security clearance is required by 3rd party clients and a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. Our Access NI/Vetting and Barring Scheme Policy and Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available upon request.

GRAHAM reserves the right to carry out checks to ensure the validity of an applicant's experience and/or qualifications and we expect all applicants to comply with any such requests for information. Failure to do so or evidence of any falsification of information will lead to either removal from the recruitment process or if already in employment potential termination of contract through the company disciplinary procedure.