Assistant Estimator

ARV Solutions Contracts; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A facade specialist contractor is seeking an Assistant Estimator in Derbyshire. You will assist in quantifying materials, review drawings, and source quotes, all while benefiting from mentorship in a vibrant office environment. Ideal candidates will have estimating experience in structures like facades and will enjoy hybrid working options along with a competitive salary.

Benefits

20 days holiday + Christmas Off + Bank Holidays

Career development pathways

In-house talent development programme

Auto enrolment pension

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Background in estimating and pricing for steelwork, facades, or related structural systems.
• Experience in new build construction is essential.
• Ability to live within commutable distance to Derby.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings and tender documentation.
• Assist in quantifying materials and labour requirements.
• Liaise with sub-contractor supply chain and source quotes.
• Develop bid submissions and schedules for pricing.
• Ensure cost database is maintained.
• Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings.

Skills

Estimating

Costing

Pricing

Take Offs

Bills of Materials

Facades

Envelope

Cladding

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Assistant Estimator

Location: Derbyshire

Salary: c. £35,000 - £40,000

Sector: Facades

Are you an estimator with a background in new build construction? Would you enjoy a role with a specialist in supply and install façade contracts?

You will be joining a specialist facades contractor backed by a larger turn-key contracting group. As specialists in supply and install façade works, you can expect support and mentorship from highly experienced colleagues. You will work closely with an experienced estimator and commercial director.

We are looking for candidates who have estimating and pricing experience in steelwork, facades, LGSF, curtain walling, timber frame or other specialist structural systems. Candidates will need to live in a commutable distance to Derby. Offering hybrid working arrangements, you can also expect a vibrant office environment where the commercial teams of both the build and facades teams work. You will be surrounded by experienced pre-construction and commercial colleagues, making this an excellent destination for candidates seeking to build on their career in estimating.

Note: This employer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

The Role

• Review drawings and tender documentation
• Assist in quantifying materials and labour requirements
• Liaise with sub-contractor supply chain and source quotes
• Develop bid submissions and schedules for pricing alongside the team
• Ensure cost database is maintained along with supplier details
• Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings

The Successful Candidate Will Receive

• £35,000 - £40,000 salary
• 20 days holiday + Christmas Off + Bank Holidays
• Hybrid working
• Auto enrolment pension
• Career development pathways & in-house talent development programme

Qualifications & Skills

Key Skills: Estimating, Costing, Pricing, Take Offs, Bills of Materials, Facades, Envelope, Cladding

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.