Assistant Estimator

Streamline Search Ltd; Rugby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Streamline Search Ltd. is looking for a Junior Estimator to support the estimating team in preparing accurate costings. This role involves working with suppliers, clients, and internal teams to ensure high-quality project delivery.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop a career in estimating, gaining exposure to contracts, supply chain management, and client engagement. Must have joinery, carpentry, or woodworking experience.

Qualifications

• Must have joinery, carpentry or woodworking experience.
• Comfort with costings/estimating concepts or willingness to learn.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing project estimates and costing documents.
• Review enquiries, drawings, and specs to gather information.
• Support management and assessment of incoming project enquiries.
• Obtain quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Learn to review contracts and identify commercial risks.
• Assist with client meetings and presentations as required.
• Help prepare variations, cost reports and final accounts.

Skills

Attention to detail

communication

Numerical ability

Drawing interpretation

Excel

Tools

Excel

Job description

Salary: GBP25000 - GBP30000 per annum

Salary: £25,000 – £30,000 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Office-based

Holiday: 28 days (including bank holidays)

Role Overview

We are seeking a motivated Junior Estimator to support the estimating team in the preparation of accurate and timely costings. This role involves working closely with suppliers, clients, and internal teams to ensure high-quality project delivery and commercially sound decision-making.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within estimating and gain exposure to contracts, supply chain management, and client engagement.

Must have previous Joinery, Carpentry or Wood working experience to be considered for this position

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of project estimates and costing documents
• Review enquiries, drawings and specifications to gather relevant information
• Support the management and assessment of incoming project enquiries
• Obtain quotations and pricing information from specialist suppliers and subcontractors
• Learn to review contracts and identify potential commercial risks
• Assist with client meetings and presentations where required
• Help prepare variations, cost reports and final accounts
• Maintain accurate records and estimating documentation

What We Are Looking For:

• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence working with numbers and technical information
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications (or willingness to learn)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• A proactive and positive attitude
• An interest in construction, furniture making, architectural joinery or estimating