Assistant Estimator

Cottier Contracting Ltd; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cottier Contracting Ltd is seeking an Assistant Estimator to support the estimation process for various civil and infrastructure projects in Tonbridge. Responsibilities include preparing cost estimates, quantity take-offs, and liaising with clients. The ideal candidate will be proficient in preparing cost estimates with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in construction or civils.

Qualifications

• Analytical skills and proficiency in cost estimates.
• Familiarity with quantity take-offs and technical drawings.
• Experience in estimating within civil engineering is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the estimation process for civil and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare cost estimates and quantity take-offs.
• Maintain accurate records and liaise with clients and subcontractors.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cost estimation

Quantity take-offs

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Construction knowledge

Education

Construction or Civils based qualifications

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

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Cottier Contracting Ltd provides comprehensive Civil Engineering, Groundworks, Highways, Drainage, Infrastructure, Hard Landscaping, and Plant Hire Services. We collaborate with developers and main contractors throughout the South East of the UK to deliver high-quality infrastructure projects. Our primary goal is to meet and exceed client expectations through innovative and efficient solutions.

Role Description

This is a full-time role for an Assistant Estimator, located in Tonbridge. The Assistant Estimator will be responsible for supporting the estimation process for various civils and infrastructure projects. Day-to-day tasks include quantity take-offs, preparing cost estimates, analysing project specifications, and assisting other Commercial department members in bid preparation. The role also involves maintaining accurate records, liaising with clients and subcontractors, and updating tender registers.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in preparing cost estimates
• Proficient in quantity take-offs and familiarity with Bluebeam Revu
• Ability to read and interpret project specifications and technical drawings
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Attention to detail and organisational skills
• Knowledge of the construction industry and relevant regulations
• Construction or Civils based qualifications is preferred
• Experience in estimating within the civil engineering or construction industry is a plus, but training/familiarisation will be provided

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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