Assistant Estimator

Fawkes & Reece London; Ribble Valley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Client in Surrey is seeking an Assistant Estimator to join their estimating team, focusing on groundworks, foundations and civil packages. The role involves supporting tender preparation and pricing, working closely with senior estimators and operational staff.

The candidate should have experience in estimating or related construction roles, be numerate and detail‑oriented, and eager to develop within a respected contracting business.

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating or commercial roles in construction.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs and tender docs.
• Strong numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
• Ambition to develop in a preconstruction team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for groundworks and civil projects.
• Review tender drawings, specs and BOQs.
• Undertake quantity take-offs and price schedules.
• Assist with tenders and handover to delivery teams.
• Collaborate with senior estimators and commercial teams.
• Identify risks and value engineering opportunities.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

QS/Civil Eng/Construction Mgmt

Job description

An excellent opportunity for an Assistant Estimator to join a highly regarded civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in Surrey. This is an exciting role for an ambitious individual looking to develop their estimating career within a successful business delivering complex groundworks, infrastructure and civil engineering packages.

Our client is an established contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects and building long-term relationships with leading developers and main contractors. The business has developed a strong position within the groundworks and civil engineering sector, offering excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.

About the role of assistant Estimator

Our client is looking for an Assistant Estimator to join their experienced estimating and preconstruction team in Surrey.

You will support the preparation of competitive tender for groundworks, foundations, reinforced concrete and associated civil engineering packages. You will support the preparation of competitive tenders for groundworks, foundations, reinforced concrete and associated civil engineering packages, working closely senior estimators, commercial teams and operational staff.

This opportunity would suit an Assistant estimator looking to progress within a specialist contractor or someone with a relevant construction or engineering background looking to develop their career in estimating.

Responsibilities for Assistant Estimator

• Assist in preparing detailed cost estimates for groundworks, civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Review tender drawings, specification, bills of quantities and associated documentation.
• Review tender drawings, specifications, bills of quantities and associated documentation.
• Undertake quantity take-offs and prepare accurate pricing schedules.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from subcontractors, suppliers and specialist contractors
• Support the preparation and submission of competitive tenders.
• Work closely with senior estimators, commercial teams and operational staff to develop accurate project costs.
• Identify potential risks opportunities and value engineering solutions during the tender process
• Build and maintain relationships with supply chain partners.
• Assist with tender adjudications and the handover of successful tenders to delivery teams.

Requirements for Assistant Estimator

• Previous experience within an estimating, commercial or construction-related role.
• Experience or knowledge of groundworks, civil engineering, reinforced concrete or infrastructure projects would be advantageous.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Good numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
• Understanding of construction methods, material and project costs.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• A relevant qualification in quantity surveying, civil engineering or construction management would be beneficial.
• Ambition to develop and progress within an established estimating department.

What we offer for Assistant Estimator

• An opportunity to join an established and respected civil engineering and groundworks and infrastructure packages.
• Excellent career progression opportunities within a successful estimating and preconstruction team.
• Support and development from experienced estimating and commercial professionals.
• A stable working environment with opportunities for long-term career development.
• Competitive salary between £30,000 and £50,000 depending on experience.
• Attractive benefits package