Assistant Estimator

Murray Recruitment; Paisley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Estimator for a project in Renfrewshire. This role involves preparing cost estimates, attending site visits, and collaborating with construction teams. The ideal candidate should have experience in estimation and an HNC in Quantity Surveying or relevant experience. Competitive salary and benefits offered including car allowance and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

31 days annual leave

Car allowance or fuel card

Company pension scheme

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of construction processes and detail orientation.
• Proficient in using NSR or similar schedule of rates.

Responsibilities

• Attend site visits for measurement and scoping.
• Produce cost estimates and quotations.
• Assist in preparation of reports for management review.
• Support in developing pricing strategies.
• Work with construction managers to gather project requirements.

Skills

Experience within a Assistant Estimator position

Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings

Excellent knowledge of construction processes

Strong numerical and IT skills

Experience using NSR or similar schedule of rates

Full UK driving licence

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Education

HNC or equivalent in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Murray Recruitment are recruiting an Assistant Estimator for our client based in Renfrewshire.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team at the head office and work closely with the commercial team, supporting both construction managers and reactive maintenance teams in the delivery of high-quality projects across various sites.

Role Overview

The Assistant Estimator will play a key role in preparing accurate cost estimates and quotations, supporting the wider team with project planning and budget control. This position is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of construction processes and a keen eye for detail, looking to further their career within a fast-paced, multi-site environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend site visits to carry out on-site measurement and scoping.
• Produce cost estimates and quotations based on site assessments.
• Assist in the preparation of reports for internal management review.
• Support the commercial team in developing pricing strategies.
• Work alongside construction managers and maintenance teams to gather project requirements.

Skills & Experience

• Experience within a Assistant Estimator position.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings.
• Excellent knowledge of construction processes.
• Strong numerical and IT skills.
• Experience using NSR or similar schedule of rates.
• HNC or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, or relevant industry experience.
• Full UK driving licence with flexibility to travel to multiple sites.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ability to learn specialist software.

Offering

• Competitive salary package.
• 31 days annual leave.
• Car allowance or fuel card.
• Company pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.