Job Description

Exciting Opportunity for Estimating Administrator

J&D Pierce (Contracts) Ltd is Scotland's premier steelwork contractor working on some of UK's most exciting construction projects like Anfield Stadium, the National Innovation Centre, and Queen Street Station, changing the skyline of the UK.

Are you ready to kick-start your career in administration? We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an

Estimating Administrator

. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a supportive environment while gaining hands-on experience in a busy office setting.

Position Overview

The Estimating Administrator plays a key role in supporting the estimating team by managing tender enquiries, maintaining project documentation, and coordinating information flow between internal divisions, clients, and suppliers. This role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Tender Enquiry Management

Distribute tender enquiries to the relevant division(s) for review and decision-making. Record and track decisions on whether to tender. If not tendering, inform the client promptly with clear reasoning. If tendering, update the Tender Sheet and circulate all relevant enquiries.

Supplier & Quote Coordination

Log all quotations received from suppliers and subcontractors. Maintain accurate records of pricing information for use in estimates.

Project Documentation & Information Control

Keep the project folder up to date with all additional information received from clients, consultants, and suppliers. Notify the estimating team of any updates to ensure they are working with the latest information. Check completeness of information received and highlight any gaps or missing details. Create and maintain a document register for use in tenders and offers.

Administrative Support

Assist with completing Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs). Review and verify invoices for cold rolled products. Support the estimating team with administrative tasks as required.

Skills & Competencies

Strong organisational and time-management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping. Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Familiarity with document control processes (desirable).

Qualifications & Experience

Previous experience in an administrative role (preferred). Knowledge of tendering processes and construction documentation (advantageous but not essential).
If you meet the requirements of this position, have a passion to learn new skills, and you are looking to contribute to our dynamic team, send your CV to careers@jdpierce.co.uk with the subject line "

Estimating Administrator

".

NO AGENCY CALLS OR EMAILS

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Transport links
Application question(s):

Have you emailed your CV to careers@jdpierce.co.uk? (This is essential for your application).
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person