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Assistant Estimator / Estimator

Fawkes and Reece

England

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GBP 35,000 - 50,000

Full time

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Job summary

A main contractor specializing in construction and roofing is seeking a mid-level or assistant estimator to join their Hertfordshire team. This role involves preparing cost estimates for projects, coordinating bids, and attending site meetings while offering opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Car allowance or electric vehicle
Pension scheme
Healthcare
Flexible working hours

Qualifications

  • Experience with a main contractor or fit out contractor.
  • Comfortable in the estimators role with a willingness to learn.
  • Experience in two-stage tenders is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for construction projects.
  • Coordinate bid submissions and ensure compliance with client instructions.
  • Attend site visits and support project teams during post tender negotiations.

Skills

Estimating software
Quantities take off
Cost planning
Bid submissions
Construction knowledge

Job description

Reference: MS-29077-ES_1752067802
Posted: July 9, 2025

Estimator/Assistant Estimator
We are a main contractor specialising in Construction & roofing, looking for an mid level or Assistant Estimator to join our team in our Hertfordshire office.


About the role of Estimator/Assistant Estimator
We are a main contractor looking for either an Assistant Estimator or a Mid level Estimator looking for somewhere they can progress further with a reputable, busy business. We currently have a team of 9 across Pre Con, with 2 Senior Estimators & a Head of Pre Construction, but as we expand further, we are looking for someone else who can come in and join the team.


We have a turnover of over £100m and we focus on projects across the Education sector mainly, but also healthcare, valued between £500k up to £20m. Our projects involve a lot of two stage tenders, so experience in this would be really beneficial but not essential.


As a business, we have a great reputation, and a really good staff turnover. We promote a healthy work-life balance and are a supportive team, offering career progression & development opportunities for all of our staff. If you have experience working for a main contractor or a fit out contractor, and you are interested in broadening your experience, knowledge, and want to work somewhere your hard work & efforts are aknowledged & appreciated, contact us to find out more information.

(Please note these are more based on a mid level role - responsibilities for an Assistant will vary and will change)


* Prepare accurate & competitive cost estimates for projects valued from £500k up to £20m
* Take off quantities using measurement software
* Coordinate bid submissions, ensuring compliance with client instructions and deadlines
* Issue RFQ's (Request for Quotations) to subcontractors and suppliers
* Assess 7 compare quotes, ensuring alignment with the project scope
* Assist in preliminary cost planning during early design stages
* Attend site visits, tender meetings, and briefings with clients, architects, and consultants
* Support project teams during post tender negotiations and contract award
* Provide handover of cost information to a delivery teams
* Proficient in Estimating software


Requirements for Estimator/Assistant Estimator
* Experience working with a main contractor / or someone who may have experience in fit out but is interested in coming to a main contractor & can crack on
* There will be support / training but we are looking for someone who feels confident in their role as an Estimator
* Experience in two stage tenders preferred
* Someone looking for progression / next step their career
* Mid level or more Junior level


What we offer for Estimator/Assistant Estimator
* Competitive salary (depending on experience)
* Car allowance OR electric vehicle with Octopus
* Pension scheme
* Healthcare
* Flexible working (upon agreement)
* Flexible hours
* + More!


If you want to hear more about this Estimator/Assistant Estimator role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Megan Stott in our London office on 07305 013739.

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