Assistant Estimator

Fawkes and Reece; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and financially stable company as an Assistant Estimator, where your contributions will directly impact multi-million-pound projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a team of experienced estimators in a forward-thinking environment, focusing on high-end fit-out projects. With a strong emphasis on professional development, you will receive excellent training and a welcoming onboarding experience. Enjoy a competitive salary, bonuses, and a range of benefits, including private healthcare and a generous holiday package. If you are detail-oriented and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Dental cover

Travel allowance

Pension

Cycle to work scheme

28 days holiday plus special occasion day

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Financially stable business

Training & development programme

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Estimating experience in construction.
• Degree qualified in a construction-related subject.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates for fit out projects.
• Organize and maintain tender documentation.
• Use estimating software for cost compilations.

Skills

Estimating

Microsoft Excel

Communication Skills

Detail Orientation

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Construction Management

Degree in Commercial Management

Tools

Estimating Software (Conquest, CostX, Causeway)

Job description

Location: City of London
Salary: £50K- £60K per Year
Contract: Permanent
Type: Part Time

Reference: MS-77706-AS_1745851867
Posted: April 28, 2025

Assistant Estimator
Amazing opportunity for an Assistant Estimator to join a busy, Multi-Million pound, award winning Tier 1 Fit Out Contractor in Central London!

About the role of Assistant Estimator
As Assistant Estimator, you will be working with an existing team of 4 Estimators of different levels, under the Estimating Director based in the City of London office 4 days a week, 1 day from home following successful probation period.
As a business we specialise in Cat A & Cat B Commercial Fit Out, Office refurb & Design & Build, working on projects ranging from £5m to £30m. We are a Multi-Million pound business, having exceeded our £250m turnover goal last year, we are now on track to hit our goal of £300m for 2025, with having secured most of our work for 2025 before it had even started!
Despite our success, we are a business that is focused on profit, not turnover. We are looking for someone who has 5+ years of Estimating experience, working for either a Main Contractor or Fit Out Contractor, to join our team
If you are looking to work for a forward-thinking business, where there are opportunities to make amazing money, bonuses on top of your salary, and be a big name in the industry - reach out now!

Responsibilities for Assistant Estimator
* Assistant Senior Estimators in preparing cost estimates for fit out & refurbishment projects
* Help compile quantities & measures from drawings, specifications and schedules
* Send out enquiries for subcontractor & supplier quotations
* Chase & log incoming quotes
* Organise & maintain tender documentation
* Help prepare tender submission packs
* Assist in identifying basic commercial risks & opportunities in tenders
* Use estimating software (eg., Conquest, CostX, Causeway & Excel spreadsheets for take offs & cost compilations
* Attend tender meetings, workshops, and sometimes site visits with Senior Estimators
* Continuously learn about construction methods, materials, regulations & fit out market rates

Requirements for Assistant Estimator
* Minimum 5 years experience in Estimating
* Experience working for a Tier 1 or high end Tier 2 Fit Out Contractor OR Main Contractor
* Familiarity with basic tendering & procurement processes
* Degree qualified in a Construction related subject, such as Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Commercial Management etc.
* Understanding of Construction methods & building materials
* Good written communication
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel & Estimating software
* Eager to learn & take feedback
* Detail orientated
* Good team player

What we offer for Assistant Estimator
* Salary open for negotiation
* Excellent bonus structure
* Travel allowance
* Private healthcare & Dental cover
* Death in service - 4x basic salary
* Pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* 28 days holiday plus one special occasion day per year
* Enhanced family friends policies (18 weeks full maternity & 6 weeks full pay paternity plus flexible hours upon return to work)
* 1 WFH day a week, excluding Mondays
* Financially stable business, with incredible development & progression opportunities (recognised quickly if you perform well)
* Welcoming package upon joining (including being taken out for lunch on first day with all new starters)
* Amazing training & development programme

If you want to hear more about this Assistant Estimator role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Megan Stott in our London office on 07305 013739.