Assistant Estimator

ZipRecruiter; Etwall CP; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist facades contractor in Derbyshire seeks an Assistant Estimator to review drawings, assist in quantifying materials, and maintain cost databases. Candidates with estimating experience in structural systems are ideal. This role offers a salary between £35,000 - £40,000, hybrid working, and career development opportunities in a vibrant office environment.

Benefits

20 days holiday + Christmas Off + Bank Holidays

Auto enrolment pension

Career development pathways & in-house talent development programme

Qualifications

• Estimating and pricing experience in steelwork or specialist structural systems.
• Must live within a 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 alongside the team.
• Ensure cost database is maintained along with supplier details.
• 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.

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

If you are interested in this role please click 'Apply' to submit your CV for consideration.

Equality and Opportunity

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

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, gender identity, or expression, genetics, or other protected characteristics.

Key Skills

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