Junior Project Manager & Estimator

Location: Andover (Office & Client Sites)
Contract: Permanent | Full-Time
Salary: Circa £38,000

About the Role

We are looking for a Junior Project Manager & Estimator to join a growing interiors contractor specialising in commercial and education fit-outs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional who already has hands-on experience in both estimating and project management.

You will support senior team members to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget, learning the ropes of client engagement, site management, and cost estimation in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in analysing project specifications, designs, and documentation to prepare cost estimates.
• Support senior estimators in producing budgets for materials, labour, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain pricing and ensure accurate cost data.
• Assist in reviewing subcontractor bids for accuracy and compliance.
• Help prepare technical and production drawings where required.
• Support senior project managers in planning and executing interior construction projects.
• Help maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Attend site visits to monitor progress, quality, and compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Assist with project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and closeout reports.
• Learn industry best practices, estimating methods, and project management processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency under mentorship.
• Gain exposure to both commercial and education interior projects.

Requirements

• Degree, HNC, or relevant qualification in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field (highly preferred).
• Industry experience in estimating or project management.
• Basic knowledge of construction methods, materials, and safety standards.
• Familiarity with project management or estimating software is a plus.
• Full UK driving licence.

Package

• Salary circa £38,000
• Discretionary company bonus
• Mileage paid
• 23 days annual leave + bank holidays
• 2 days leave for volunteering
• Private healthcare

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.

We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.