Job Description:

Are you looking to build a career in estimating within civil engineering and construction?

We are recruiting for an Assistant Estimator to join a well-established and growing contractor delivering civil engineering, groundworks, reinforced concrete and infrastructure projects across residential and commercial sectors.

This opportunity is ideal for:

• An Assistant Estimator looking to develop further

• A Graduate with a commercial or engineering degree

• A Quantity Surveying or Commercial Assistant

• A Site Engineer who is keen to move off site into a pre-construction role

If you understand how projects are built and want to be involved earlier in the process, this could be the ideal next step.

The Role

Working within the pre-construction/commercial team, you will:

• Assist in preparing competitive tenders and cost estimates

• Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation

• Carry out quantity take-offs and measurements

• Obtain and analyse subcontractor and supplier quotations

• Support the preparation of Bills of Quantities and cost plans

• Assist with tender submissions and project handovers

You will gain exposure to a variety of civil engineering and groundworks packages, working closely with senior estimators and commercial managers.

Requirements

• Background in civil engineering, construction, groundworks or RC frame projects

• Commercial or engineering experience (site or office based)

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

• Strong numerical and analytical skills

• Good IT skills (Excel essential)

• Organised, proactive and keen to learn

Site Engineers looking for a career change into estimating are strongly encouraged to apply.

What’s On Offer

• Clear career progression within estimating

• Supportive and experienced team environment

• Exposure to varied and technically interesting projects

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

If you are ambitious and looking to develop a long-term career in estimating within civil engineering, we would like to hear from you