Assistant Estimator

A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Hertfordshire is offering an exciting opportunity for an Estimator to join their preconstruction team. In this role, you'll manage tender processes and work on diverse projects up to £25m across various sectors including Education and Healthcare. The position offers flexible working arrangements, career progression, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

£60,000 salary plus car allowance

25 days annual holiday

Pension and Private Medical cover

Good social environment at work

Professional memberships coverage

Employee Assistance Programme

Regular pay reviews

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator in construction.
• Capable of managing small schemes independently.
• Experience with main contractors on new build or refurbishment schemes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the tender process including meetings, adjudications, and subcontractor liaison.
• Engage in value engineering proposals.
• Work on projects ranging from £250k to £25m.

Skills

Self-directed

Presentation skills

Motivation

Job description

Assistant Estimator / Estimator Opportunity in Hertfordshire!

Join a successful regional contractor in Hertfordshire as an Assistant or Intermediate Estimator.

Our client, recognized as Investors In People, is known for being an excellent employer offering a supportive, fun, and friendly team environment. If you value autonomy in your work and wish to contribute your ideas, this role is perfect for you.

Work on general contracting projects up to 20m across sectors like Education, Healthcare, and Leisure, with opportunities for progression. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and modern, refurbished offices.

Benefits Include

• Salary up to 60,000 plus car allowance
• 25 days annual holiday (with additional days based on years of service)
• Pension and Private Medical cover
• Good social environment at work
• Coverage for professional memberships, training, health checks, and flu jabs
• Employee Assistance Programme for mental health support
• Regular pay reviews and career progression
• Flexible working arrangements upon agreement

The Role - Estimator

As an Estimator, you'll be part of a preconstruction team working on projects ranging from 250k to 25m. Take the lead in the tender process, including meetings, adjudications, subcontractor liaison, and value engineering proposals.

Our client utilises their framework and has a strong pipeline of work.

Working hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm with a 1-hour lunch break.

The Right Person - Estimator

• Experience working as an Estimator in the construction industry; capable of managing small schemes independently.
• Experience with main contractors on new build or refurbishment schemes.
• Self-directed and highly motivated.
• Confident in presenting value proposals.
• Seeking a long-term position.

Location: Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Stevenage