Apprentice Estimator

COMPLETE FIXING SOLUTIONS LIMITED

London (EC2M 5QQ)

Closes in 15 days (Sunday 20 September 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 4 September 2026

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Summary

As an Estimator Apprentice at CFS, you will support the estimating team with preparing quotations and tenders for commercial fit-out projects. 

Wage

Competitive

Competitive wage offered

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Training course
Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)
Hours
Monday to Friday - Time to be confirmed during interview stage

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 28 September 2026

Duration

3 years

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

  • Review drawings, specifications and tender documents.
  • Assist with quantity take-offs and measurements.
  • Obtain prices from suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Help prepare quotations and tender submissions.
  • Compare supplier prices and material costs.
  • Update estimating spreadsheets and project information.
  • Assist with identifying risks, exclusions and assumptions.
  • Support the estimating team with general tender enquiries.
  • Maintain accurate records and filing of tender information.
  • Attend training and complete apprenticeship coursework as required.

Where you'll work

Salisbury House
29 Finsbury Square Office 696
London
EC2M 5QQ

Training

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

Training provider

LONDON SOUTH EAST COLLEGES

Training course

Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Health and Safety: Apply health and safety issues to all activities.
  • Sustainability: Demonstrate application of the principles of sustainability.
  • Construction Technology: Assist in the implementation of the most appropriate solutions for construction projects
  • Contracts: Be able to apply different types of contracts to different situations.
  • Procurement: Assist in the selection of and negotiation with specialist contractors for a construction project.
  • Cost control: Assist in the measurement and costing of construction works during a project.
  • Financial reporting: Assist in the preparation of financial reports, cash flow and cost forecasts for a construction project.
  • Administration: Assist in the collection, collation and storage of relevant data and its analysis.

Training schedule

The role will be primarily based at our Rossett office. Some travel will be required from time to time, including occasional visits to project sites in London, but this will be minimal and arranged as required.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade Grades 6-9 (A*- B))

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
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience

About this employer

company At Complete Fixing Solutions, we specialise in delivering high-quality joinery and architectural metalwork installations for bespoke manufacturers, fabricators, and principal contractors. With over 100 years of combined experience, our directors lead a team committed to excellence, ensuring every project meets the highest standards of accuracy and quality.

http://www.completefixing.com (opens in new tab)

Disability Confident

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

To be discussed upon completion of apprenticeship 

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

LONDON SOUTH EAST COLLEGES

Evelyn Nartey

evelyn.nartey@lsec.ac.uk

02039544152

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000051770.

Apply now

Closes in 15 days (Sunday 20 September 2026 at 11:59pm)