Graduate Estimator
Balfour BeattyExpected closing date: Friday, 13 November 2026
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Key Takeaways
- Join a 2027 Early Careers programme as a Graduate Estimator in Motherwell.
- Analyse project requirements, assess costs, and prepare estimates for bids.
- Requires a degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related construction discipline (minimum 2:2).
- Competitive salary and flexible benefits offered.
About the Role
What you'll be doing
As a Graduate Estimator, you'll help shape winning bids by analysing project requirements, assessing costs and preparing estimates. You'll develop your commercial, analytical and problem-solving skills while gaining hands-on experience across a range of projects.
You’ll support with:
- Reviewing drawings, specifications and project requirements
- Preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates
- Assessing labour, materials and subcontractor costs
- Supporting the preparation of tenders and bids
- Working with commercial and project teams to understand costs and risks
- Develop strong commercial awareness and analytical skills
Who we're looking for
We value your potential over past experience and are looking for graduates with a degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related construction discipline, and a genuine interest in our industry. To be eligible, you’ll need to achieve a minimum 2:2 honours degree by the time you start.
We’d love to receive your application if you:
- Are curious, proactive and motivated to develop professionally.
- Enjoy solving problems and finding practical solutions.
- Work well with others and build positive relationships.
- Communicate clearly and confidently with different people.
- Take ownership, adapt to challenges and are committed to achieving results.
Why work for us as a Graduate
- Work on high-profile projects that make a real difference, while building your career with one of the UK’s leading infrastructure groups.
- Be part of a supportive early careers network, with structured training and coaching from experienced industry professionals.
- Take part in unique development experiences, including residential trips in the Lake District and personal development delivered by our external partners.
- Take ownership of your ongoing professional development, with support towards professional membership and chartership or professional registration where relevant to your career path.
What we can offer you
- Competitive salary and flexible benefits, giving you the freedom to shape a rewards package that works for you.
- 25 days' holiday, with the option to buy or sell additional days.
- A permanent contract from day one, reflecting our commitment to your long-term career.
- Clear progression opportunities, with bi-annual performance and pay reviews throughout your programme.
- Opportunities to connect with fellow graduates through networking events, development activities and our Early Careers Showcase.