Assistant Estimator

Galliford Try; Romford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an Assistant Estimator to join their Oak Fire Protection team. The role involves preparing cost estimates, collaborating with suppliers, and supporting the Senior Estimator. Ideal candidates will have a keen eye for detail and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment. The company offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a commitment to employee wellbeing and development.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Corporate discounts

Cycle to Work schemes

Comprehensive pension plan

Private medical scheme options

Qualifications

• Previous experience in estimating, construction, or project management preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates for materials, labor, and equipment.
• Collaborate with suppliers and subcontractors for pricing.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits as required.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Eagerness to Learn

Education

Interest in Estimating

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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Job Description

Note for Recruitment Agencies:

We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release.

We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable – please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.

ASSISTANT ESTIMATOR – OAK FIRE PROTECTION

UXBRIDGE / ROMFORD

What you will be doing:

An opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Estimator to join the team at Galliford Try within our Oak Fire Protection Business.

Ideally, you will based in or around the Uxbridge or Romford area and will have the opportunity to travel across multiple sites/projects in the Region.

• Assist in the preparation of cost estimates for materials, labour, and equipment.
• Analyse project drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labour estimates.
• Collaborate with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain up-to-date pricing and availability.
• Support the Senior Estimator in compiling bid packages and submitting proposals.
• Maintain organized records of all estimating documents and correspondence.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits as required.
• Assist with quantity take-offs and measurement tasks.
• Help evaluate project risks and opportunities from a cost perspective.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, procedures, and deadlines.
  
  

About You:

• Previous experience in estimating, construction, or project management, or have an interest into developing into this role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications is preferred but not essential for this role
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

What We Can Offer in Return:

With an impressive order book of over £3.8 billion we are one of the industry’s leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success, so if you’re committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.

We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our ‘Be Well’ programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues.

We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential.

Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged.

Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team.

Our benefits:

We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary.

• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
• A wide range of corporate discounts
• Cycle to Work schemes
• Comprehensive pension plan
• Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
• Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it
• Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role
  
  

About us:

Galliford Try is one of the UK’s leading construction groups with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in.

Our purpose is to improve people’s lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.

We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in pro

viding vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value.

For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our Specialist Services business please contact Chloe Phillips on [e-mail].

Additional Information:

Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process.

We encourage, and would be grateful if, you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you.

Don’t meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview.

A full job description for this role is available upon request.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction, Civil Engineering, and Utilities

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