Assistant Estimator

TipTopJob; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Eastleigh is seeking an Assistant Estimator to join their team. The role offers comprehensive training and development, hands-on experience in estimating, and opportunities for personal growth. Ideal for those in estimating or commercial quantity surveying looking to advance their careers.

Benefits

Car allowance

Annual bonus scheme

Funding for further education

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating at a contractor or subcontractor.
• Desire to switch from commercial quantity surveying.

Responsibilities

• Identifying clients and projects.
• Cost analysis and production of bills of quantities.
• Liaising with architects and engineers.

Skills

Cost analysis

Client identification

Collaboration

Education

Relevant degrees

RICS accreditation

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Estimator

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We are seeking a Trainee or Assistant Estimator to join an established South Coast business from their head office in Chandlers Ford.

The company has a turnover exceeding GBP 25 million and targets schemes between GBP 1 and GBP 8 million. They serve a diverse client base, with a significant portion of repeat negotiated work, regional and local framework opportunities, and competitive tendering for targeted projects.

Typical projects include NHS and care markets, schools (both new build and refurbishments), industrial and commercial developments, and retail and leisure schemes.

You will receive a comprehensive training and development plan to maximize your talents and fulfill your potential. You will be involved from day one, working hands-on with the estimating manager and the wider preconstruction team.

Your duties will include:

1. Identifying clients and projects
2. Cost analysis and production of bills of quantities
3. Liaising with architects and engineers
4. Managing tender enquiries
5. Dealing with existing supply chain and evaluating new contractors
6. Assisting in work-winning activities
7. Collaborating with bid managers, design teams, and delivery teams to implement best practices

The company offers a competitive package, including a car allowance, benefits, and an annual bonus scheme. They are open to funding or supporting further education, such as relevant degrees or RICS accreditation.

This role is ideal if you are currently in estimating at a contractor or subcontractor and seek better support, or if you are in commercial quantity surveying and want to switch lanes.

The position suits those looking to gain hands-on experience in an established contractor, with opportunities for training, development, and personal growth.

Please apply to this advert. I will contact you to discuss your application or connect with me on LinkedIn at linkedin/in/paul:bebbington:47107424/.

We value diversity and promote equality. Applications from all sections of society are encouraged. Reasonable adjustments or additional support can be discussed upon request.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Note: We act as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary/contract roles, in accordance with the Conduct Regulations 2003.