Assistant Estimator

ALDWYCH CONSULTING LTD; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Leeds is seeking an ambitious individual for an entry-level estimating role in the civil and ground engineering sector. You will support the Estimating team in the bid process, reviewing tender documentation and assisting in cost planning. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and be confident with Microsoft Office. This position offers the chance to develop key skills and gain industry knowledge.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
• Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Awareness of the UK construction or geotechnical market is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support the Estimating team throughout all stages of the bid process.
• Review tender documentation, drawings, and specifications to understand client requirements.
• Assist in developing technical and commercial solutions alongside the design and project teams.
• Help prepare cost plans, price schedules, and tender submissions.
• Liaise with internal teams to ensure accurate resource planning and risk assessment.
• Maintain professional communication with clients to support positive relationships and repeat business.
• Contribute to handover meetings for secured projects.
• Ensure all work aligns with company standards, procedures, and safety values.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Deadline management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Eager to learn

Job description

About the Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious individual looking to develop their career in estimating within the civil and ground engineering sector.

This development role is designed to provide hands‑on experience in the tendering process, supporting an established Estimating team while learning from industry experts. The successful candidate will gain a full understanding of how tenders are prepared, priced, and submitted - with the opportunity to take on more responsibility as their confidence and capability grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Estimating team throughout all stages of the bid process
• Review tender documentation, drawings, and specifications to understand client requirements
• Assist in developing technical and commercial solutions alongside the design and project teams
• Help prepare cost plans, price schedules, and tender submissions
• Liaise with internal teams to ensure accurate resource planning and risk assessment
• Maintain professional communication with clients to support positive relationships and repeat business
• Contribute to handover meetings for secured projects
• Ensure all work aligns with company standards, procedures, and safety values

About You

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Able to manage deadlines and work effectively under pressure
• Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Eager to learn and develop within the construction or ground engineering sector
• Awareness of the UK construction or geotechnical market is an advantage

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

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

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