Assistant Estimator – Tenders & Pre-Construction (3-Day Weekend)

Edge Careers; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Edge Careers is looking for an Assistant Estimator to join our growing construction team in Aylesford. You will support the Pre-Construction Director and estimating team from initial enquiry through to tender submission and handover.

You will assist with tenders, take-offs, subcontractor enquiries and cost analysis, building experience toward future project leadership as the business expands.

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating, pre-construction or similar construction commercial role is desirable.
• Keen to develop estimating career with progression.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tender preparation, budgets and cost plans.
• Review tender documents, drawings and project requirements.
• Carrying out manual and digital take-offs.
• Preparing Bills of Quantities.
• Preparing and issuing subcontractor enquiries.
• Obtaining, reviewing and comparing subcontractor quotations.
• Inputting and analysing project costs.
• Supporting the preparation of tender submissions.
• Assisting with the handover of successful tenders to the project team.
• Maintaining the subcontractor database.
• Attending site visits where required.
• Supporting general pre-construction administration and document control.

Skills

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Driving licence

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Edge Careers is looking for an Assistant Estimator to join our growing construction team in Aylesford. You will support the Pre-Construction Director and estimating team from initial enquiry through to tender submission and handover.

You will assist with tenders, take-offs, subcontractor enquiries and cost analysis, building experience toward future project leadership as the business expands.