Construction Estimator Assistant - Tendering & Growth

Building Careers UK; Middleton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Career progression

Job summary

Building Careers UK is seeking an Assistant Estimator to join a growing construction contractor in Middleton. The role involves assisting with competitive estimates for a range of construction and refurbishment projects, reviewing drawings and tender documentation, and producing detailed cost plans.

You will work alongside commercial, operational and pre-construction teams, identifying value engineering opportunities and supporting tender submissions to secure successful contracts.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years estimating experience in construction.
• Experience with main contractor or specialist contractor preferred.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates for construction and refurbishment projects.
• Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Produce take-offs, cost plans and pricing schedules.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assist with tender submissions within agreed timescales.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions.
• Collaborate with the commercial, operational and pre-construction teams.
• Support risk assessments and commercial reviews during tenders.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, subcontractors and clients.
• Assist handovers to project delivery teams after successful tenders.

Skills

Estimating

Tendering

Cost analysis

Drawing interpretation

Communication

Teamwork

Proactivity

Education

QS/Estimating qualification

Construction-related degree

Job description

Building Careers UK is seeking an Assistant Estimator to join a growing construction contractor in Middleton. The role involves assisting with competitive estimates for a range of construction and refurbishment projects, reviewing drawings and tender documentation, and producing detailed cost plans.

You will work alongside commercial, operational and pre-construction teams, identifying value engineering opportunities and supporting tender submissions to secure successful contracts.