Assistant Estimator

Kensa; Exeter, Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Estimator to join their mission of decarbonising heating through innovative technology. In this role, you will contribute to accurate pricing and feasibility reports for ground source heat pump installations, utilizing your strong Excel skills and analytical abilities. You will be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and is dedicated to reducing carbon emissions. This role offers the opportunity to grow your expertise in estimating and bid writing while making a meaningful impact in the renewable energy sector. If you're passionate about sustainable technology, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

25 days holiday increasing to 30 days

Private Health Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Career Development Support

Team Culture Events

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented professional with confident Excel skills.
• Strong analytical abilities and a passion for sustainable technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate cost estimates for ground source heat pump projects.
• Maintain and improve Excel-based estimating calculator.

Skills

Excel Skills

Data Analysis

Cost Estimation

Numeracy

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

Assistant Estimator

Work base: Flexible location (hybrid working)

Working Hours: Full-Time Monday to Friday

About Kensa:

The UK’s heating system is outdated, costing both people and the planet too much. At Kensa, we’ve been leading the charge since 1999, manufacturing and installing affordable, green heating solutions with minimal impact on the electricity grid. We’re responsible for over half the ground source heat pumps installed in the UK. Our networked heat pumps are the cheapest, cleanest way to heat and cool millions of homes and businesses, and even entire towns. By 2040, up to 8,000 homes a week could be connecting to these heat networks, eliminating 17Mt of CO2 a year, equivalent to that of over half of all UK flights. In leading the networked heat pump sector, Kensa will expand to install 50,000 heat pumps a year and employ 1,500. It’s time to leave high bills and emissions behind.

We’re making heating better - for people, for the planet, and for the future.

About the role:

Are you a detail-oriented professional with confident Excel skills and a passion for sustainable technology? Do you thrive on data analysis, cost estimation, and working on innovative low-carbon projects?

At Kensa, we’re on a mission to decarbonise heating, and we need an Assistant Estimator to help us deliver accurate pricing, feasibility reports, and tender submissions for ground source heat pump installations across the UK.

Why Join Kensa?

• Purpose-driven work: Contribute to cutting-edge renewable energy projects that help reduce carbon emissions.
• Career development: Grow your expertise in estimating, bid writing, and technical sales.
• Supportive team: Be part of a collaborative and passionate team driving real change.

What you will be doing:

As an Assistant Estimator, you will play a key role in our Estimating team, ensuring we provide accurate and competitive cost estimates for new-build and retrofit projects. You will maintain and improve our Excel-based estimating calculator, gather and analyse construction data, and support bid writing for tender submissions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Excel development and maintenance: Updating pricing models, improving functionality, and troubleshooting errors.
• Project estimation: Calculating installation costs, assessing heat loss, and determining borehole requirements.
• Tender and bid support: Contributing to high-quality technical and pricing submissions.
• Collaboration: Working closely with sales, clients, and contractors to ensure project feasibility.

What you will bring:

• Confident level of computer literacy including the use of Excel.
• Strong numeracy and analytical abilities with a logical approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to data gathering.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A passion for renewable technologies and a drive to support the transition to low-carbon heating.

How will Kensa support you?

• We encourage and support development, including internal and external courses, learning, study, and software, all bespoke to you.
• Wellbeing: free 24/7 access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family.
• Flexible Working Arrangements: Support for a balanced work-life approach, enabling remote or hybrid work settings.
• 25 days holiday increasing to 30 days (plus bank holidays) for 5+ years’ service.
• Private Health Insurance is available after one year of service.
• Automatic enrolment in our company pension scheme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help lower your carbon footprint whilst boosting endorphins and your health.
• Team Culture: Regular Kensa events and activities for staff and families, encouraging us to celebrate, connect, and enjoy work together.

Ready to apply?

If you’re ready to bring your expertise to Kensa and help drive the UK’s transition to sustainable heating, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of our journey towards a cleaner, more sustainable future!