Assistant Estimator

ZipRecruiter; Letchworth; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional contractor in Hertfordshire seeks an Assistant Estimator. The role involves leading the tender process for smaller projects and assisting on larger schemes while fostering a collaborative environment. The company offers flexibility, a supportive team, and excellent career progression opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual holiday

Pension and Private Medical cover

Employee Assistance Programme for mental health support

Qualifications

• 2 years plus experience as an Estimator with a main contractor.
• Experience working on refurbishment or new build schemes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the tender process of smaller schemes of circa £500k - £3m.
• Assist on larger schemes as needed.
• Work closely with a Senior Estimator and the Head Of Estimating.

Skills

Understanding of the tender process

Strong measurement skills

Self-directed and highly-motivated

Confident team player

Job description

Job Description

About the Company

Join a successful regional contractor in Hertfordshire as an Assistant Estimator. Our client, recognized as Investors In People, is known for being an excellent employer offering a supportive, fun, and friendly team environment. If you value autonomy in your work and wish to contribute your ideas, this role is perfect for you. Working on general contracting projects up to £25m in sectors like Education, Health Care, Leisure, and Commercial Buildings, this company boasts an extremely low staff turnover and excellent progression opportunities. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and modern, refurbished offices.

About the Role

As an Assistant Estimator, you will take the lead in the tender process of smaller schemes of circa £500k - £3m, and may assist on larger schemes. You will be fully supported by a Senior Estimator and the Head Of Estimating and will be working with a Preconstruction team of 8. Our client utilises their framework and has a strong pipeline of work.

Working hours 8.30 - 5 with 1 hour for lunch.

Responsibilities

• Lead the tender process of smaller schemes of circa £500k - £3m.
• Assist on larger schemes as needed.
• Work closely with a Senior Estimator and the Head Of Estimating.
• Utilise the company's framework and manage a strong pipeline of work.

Qualifications

• 2 years plus experience as an Estimator with a main contractor.
• Experience working on refurbishment or new build schemes.

Required Skills

• Understanding of the tender process.
• Ability to deal effectively with the supply chain.
• Strong measurement skills.
• Self-directed and highly-motivated.
• Confident team player.
• Looking for a long-term move.

Skills

• Experience in sectors like Education, Health Care, Leisure, and Commercial Buildings.

Pay range and compensation package

• Salary up to £45,000 plus car allowance.
• 25 days annual holiday (with additional days awarded based on years of service).
• Pension and Private Medical cover.
• Good social side of the job.
• Coverage for professional memberships, training, health checks, and flu jabs.
• Employee Assistance Programme for mental health support.
• Regular pay reviews and career progression.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Our client is committed to and inclusivity in the workplace.

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