Apprentice Estimator

Introduction

The apprentice will support the estimating team by reviewing drawings, measuring fire protection works, preparing quotations and cost estimates, liaising with suppliers and clients, and helping ensure tenders are submitted accurately and on time.

About the Employer

We provide clear, practical guidance & innovative solutions, helping tackle complex fire protection challenges efficiently & confidently. With decades of experience, we at Fire Integrity take pride in protecting lives, safeguarding property, and elevating building safety standards across the UK. Our fully accredited team is dependable and reliable, delivering high-value projects with precision and a commitment to excellence. 

What You'll Do

• Reviewing tender enquiries, specifications, drawings, fire strategies, and associated documentation to determine project requirements
• Producing detailed take-offs for passive fire protection works, including intumescent coatings, fire stopping, compartmentation, fire barriers, fire doors, and associated remedial works
• Preparing accurate cost estimates covering labour, materials, access equipment, specialist subcontractors, and associated project costs
• Measuring structural steel from drawings and schedules to determine intumescent coating requirements
• Reviewing penetration schedules and fire strategy drawings to quantify fire stopping requirements
• Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations to ensure compliance, technical suitability, and best value
• Preparing tender submissions, qualifications and clarifications
• Supporting project handovers to the Operations and Contracts teams following successful tender awards
• Maintaining awareness of current passive fire protection products, legislation, certification, and market trends
• Attending internal meetings, client meetings, and site surveys where required

Training Outcome

Fire Integrity is a growing company, our recent apprentice has been promoted to assistant and we expect anyone to join us to grow with the company.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Number skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Detail Oriented
• Email Etiquette

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - C/4 or above
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - B/5 or above

Course Information

Course: Construction support technician (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Construction and the built environment

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

Expected Duration: 2 Years

Training Provider: DCG