Trainee Estimating Administration Apprentice

HD BUILD (MIDLANDS) LTD

Wolverhampton (WV4 6UA)

Closes in 18 days (Friday 6 February 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 19 January 2026

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Summary

Provide administrative support to the estimating department. Log new tender enquiries and download the information from the enquiry (Specifications/Drawings etc.).You should apply if your are looking to start a carrer in Estimating in the construction industry.

Wage

£13,741 to £22,222.20, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 4.30pm

35 hours a week

Start date

Monday 9 February 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

  • Provide administrative support to the estimating department
  • Log new tender enquiries and download the information from the enquiry (Specifications/Drawings etc.)
  • Study the specifications and drawings for specific information required for the construction project
  • Take measures from the drawings (Take Off) to calculate areas required for the quote
  • Contact supply chain for material quotes
  • Assist with producing quotations and schedules of quantities
  • Upload tenders to main contractor software
  • Answer phone calls and respond to emails professionally and promptly

Where you'll work

Unit 16 Spring Road Industrial Estate
Lanesfield Drive
Wolverhampton
WV4 6UA

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

JUNIPER TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

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What you'll learn

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.

Training schedule

  • You will be trained by the employer to do the duties required, on the job training
  • You will also be supported by the training provider to suhpport you with your apprenticeship

More training information

You will attend an online virtual masterclass on a monthly basis with the traini ng provider who will set you assignments work with you to achieve your apprenticeship qualification

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Maths (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Patience

About this employer

  • HD Build (Midlands) Ltd is a construction company based in Wolverhampton that specialises in residential and commercial building projects. They offer a range of services such as new builds, renovations, extensions, conversions, and property maintenance.

https://www.hdbuildltd.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

  • 22 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
  • Onsite gym

After this apprenticeship

  • To be an Estimator
  • Can go onto being trained to be a Quantity Surveyor

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

JUNIPER TRAINING LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000009471.

Apply now

Closes in 18 days (Friday 6 February 2026 at 11:59pm)