Apprentice Estimator - Level 3 - Middlesbrough - 2026

Balfour; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is looking for an Apprentice Estimator in Tees Valley, United Kingdom. In this role, you will support the planning and costing of construction projects, including assessing requirements and calculating costs. The ideal candidate will have 5 GCSEs or equivalent. This apprenticeship offers structured training, a salary, and a pathway to a career in construction with opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Structured training and support

Formal qualification

Salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs or equivalent at passing grades.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and costing of construction projects.
• Assess project requirements and measure materials.
• Calculate costs for labor, materials, and equipment.

Education

5 GCSEs or equivalent at passing grades

Job description

About The Role

We are Balfour Beatty, you may not know us by name but you definitely will have seen what we do. We are one of the UK’s largest construction companies building iconic buildings and structures that will last for generations to come.

Would you prefer to learn by ‘doing’ with a support network around you and access to a development programme that will give you the skills and confidence to become anything you want to be, all whilst taking home a salary? If you would like to leave your own legacy and say to your family and friends, ‘I helped build that’ then #BEBalfourBeatty and we can build the future together.

What you'll be doing

As an Apprentice Estimator, your job is about supporting the planning and costing of construction and infrastructure projects. You’ll help assess project requirements, measure materials, and assist in calculating costs for labour, materials, and equipment. It’s about making sure projects are priced accurately and remain within budget. You’ll learn how to read drawings and specifications, use estimating software, analyse data, and work closely with project managers and engineers to prepare clear and reliable cost estimates.

Who we're looking for

For our Level 3 Apprenticeship, you’ll need 5 GCSEs or equivalent at passing grades.

Why work for us

Kickstart your career at Balfour Beatty, where you’ll receive structured training and support from day one, and a formal qualification. Alongside a great salary and benefits package, you'll gain invaluable experience and skills that pave the way for exciting opportunities and career progression. This is more than just a job—it's a pathway to a promising future.