Speck & Burke
Trainee Estimator/Designer
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About Speck & Burke
Speck & Burke designs and installs specialist laboratory gas systems throughout the UK. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for a Trainee Estimator/Designer to join our team in Alva. This is an opportunity to build a long-term career in a specialist engineering sector while receiving structured, practical training.
The role
You will support the preparation of technical designs, bills of quantities, and quotations for pre-designed and design-and-build projects. You will learn how to interpret client requirements, construction information, and relevant standards and turn them into accurate technical and commercial proposals.
Training and development
An experienced member of our team will provide day-to-day training and support. The training will cover our products and systems, estimating methods, technical design, regulatory requirements, and the preparation of client documentation. Your salary will be reviewed following successful completion of the three-month probation period.
Key responsibilities
- Interpret customer requirements from specifications, drawings, site-survey information, and related documents.
- Use AutoCAD to prepare and amend technical drawings for specialist gas-system installations.
- Identify the products, materials, and labour required for each project.
- Prepare accurate bills of quantities, cost estimates, and quotations.
- Assist with client-facing technical and commercial documentation.
- Manage an enquiry workload and meet agreed deadlines.
- Develop a working knowledge of the regulations and standards applying to compressed gases.
- Work closely with colleagues, clients, and suppliers to clarify technical information.
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Essential requirements
- An HNC, HND, or higher qualification in engineering, design, or a closely related discipline.
- Experience using AutoCAD. Experience gained as part of a college or higher-education course is acceptable.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering or construction drawings.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, particularly Excel.
- A methodical approach, strong numerical ability, and close attention to detail.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
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Desirable experience
- Previous experience in estimating, design, construction, or an engineering environment.
- Experience preparing bills of quantities, quotations, or technical documentation.
What we are looking for
We are looking for someone who is organised, reliable, and keen to learn. You should be comfortable asking questions, taking responsibility for the accuracy of your work, and managing several priorities. You will also need to work well as part of a team and communicate professionally with people at different levels.
Benefits
- £30,000 annual salary, with a review following successful completion of probation.
- 34 days annual leave, including nine public holidays.
- Private healthcare.
- Workplace pension.
- Free on-site parking.
- Structured training and opportunities for progression within a growing specialist business.
How to apply
Please email your CV and a covering letter to Emily at emily@speckandburke.co.uk by 4 September 2026.
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