Assistant Estimator

Vincera Consulting Ltd; Redditch; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Vincera Consulting Ltd in Redditch is seeking an Assistant Estimator for groundworks and civil engineering. This permanent role offers an excellent salary and benefits, with the opportunity to learn alongside experienced estimators and the pre-construction team.

You will review drawings, measure quantities, obtain supplier quotations, and help prepare cost estimates for tender submissions, developing the commercial skills needed for progression in the estimation field.

Qualifications

• Work in a team environment and contribute to tender preparation.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage priorities.
• Good communication skills to liaise with internal teams and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings and take quantities for estimates.
• Obtain supplier quotations and prepare cost estimates.
• Support tender submissions and assist the estimator in price development.
• Engage with other departments to progress role development.

Skills

Teamwork

Deadline-driven

Communication skills

Education

A level or BTEC level 3

Tools

Bluebeam

Excel

Job description

Assistant Estimator – Groundworks & Civil Engineering

Redditch | Permanent | Excellent Salary & Benefits

Are you looking to build a long-term career in estimating with a respected civil engineering and groundworks contractor that is committed to developing the next generation of construction professionals?

Our client is a successful, privately owned contractor with an enviable reputation for delivering high-quality groundworks and infrastructure packages for some of the UK's leading residential developers. With a healthy order book, continued growth and a collaborative team culture, they offer the ideal environment for an ambitious Assistant Estimator to learn, develop and progress.

Working alongside experienced Estimators and the wider pre-construction team, you'll gain hands-on exposure to every stage of the tendering process. From reviewing drawings and measuring quantities to obtaining supplier quotations, preparing cost estimates and supporting tender submissions, you'll play an integral role in securing new projects while developing the commercial skills needed to become a successful Estimator.

Whether you already have some estimating experience or are looking to take the next step from a quantity surveying, commercial or construction background, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a business that genuinely invests in its people, offers structured career progression and provides the support needed to build a rewarding career within the groundworks and civil engineering sector.

Responsibilities;

• Work in a team
• Work to tight deadlines
• Sending out enquiries to sub-contractors for pricing
• Engage with other departments alongside role progression
• Drawing take offs (using Bluebeam)
• Inputting data on excel
• Compile BOQ with take-offs for the estimator to price

Min Requirements;

• Competent in the use of Excell
• A level or BTEC level 3
• Driving licence (own reliable transport to work)
• Good communication skills