Speck & Burke is a specialist laboratory gas systems installer. With continued expansion of our business throughout the UK, we are looking to grow our team. We have a vacancy for a trainee estimator/designer looking for a challenging new career opportunity.We are looking for a professional and driven individual to work alongside our current team. We deliver pre-designed and design and build projects across a wide range of sectors. We offer ongoing training and progression as well as the opportunity to work for a rapidly growing company within a busy and varied working environment.Key ResponsibilitiesInterpret customer requirements from site surveys, specifications, drawings and related documents to identify product and labour requirements for each project.Preparing bill of quantities and quotations.Acquire practical and theoretical knowledge to consider the impact of various types of building and installation requirements.Assist in the production of client facing documentation detailing job specific technical & commercial information.Control & manage your enquiry workload in keeping with deadlines.Develop knowledge of regulatory requirements for compressed gases.Qualifications & ExperienceThe following would be an advantage though not essential as full training will be provided.Experience in an estimating/design capacity preferably within an engineering environmentFormal qualification in either engineering/design/project management (HND or above)Ability to interpret engineering and construction drawingsMethodical attitude with a strong attention to detail and accuracyCompetent use of Microsoft Office Programmes (proficient use of Excel)Experience with CAD software would be an advantageBehavioural Competencies Consistently deliver the highest standard of work with a desire to continuously develop and improve.Demonstrate passion and pride in your workDedicated to meeting/exceeding client expectations and requirementsFocussed and driven to achieve successful outcomes on every projectEffective planner who organises themselves to achieve maximum efficiency and outputApproachable team player who is able to communicate at different levels, in a variety of situations and who can clearly communicate ideas, plans and priorities to othersAbility to solve problems, present solutions and make decisions, sometimes under pressure, whilst maintaining high standards Desire to improve, demonstrated by actively pursuing your own personal development Personal QualitiesMethodical forward thinker and plannerAbility to work under pressure and flexible in approach to deadlinesHighly motivated, good work ethic and enthusiasmConfident and articulate with an attention to detailAble to communicate at different levels and situations and influence peopleAble to perform under pressure and meet deadlinesQuick thinker and adaptable to different situationsApproachable and good interpersonal skillsCreative mind - thinks about the best way to provide information in a clear and concise mannerTakes full accountability for performance and professional developmentBenefitsA competitive salary, £30k34 days annual leave (including 9 statutory) Private healthcarePension