Trainee/Assistant Estimator

Randstad Construction and Property; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment agency in Basingstoke is looking for a Trainee or Assistant Estimator to support their specialized projects. This role includes cost analysis, client identification, and close cooperation with project teams. The candidate will enjoy a comprehensive training plan, competitive benefits, and opportunities for further professional development. Ideal for those transitioning from commercial surveying or those seeking hands-on experience in an established contractor environment.

Benefits

Car allowance

Benefits package

Annual bonus scheme

Funding for further education

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating role at a contractor or subcontractor is preferred.
• Recent graduates with a commercial degree are also encouraged to apply.
• Ability to work in a dynamic team environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify clients and projects effectively.
• Conduct cost analysis and produce bills of quantities.
• Liaise with architects and engineers for project success.
• Manage tender enquiries and supply chain relationships.
• Support the delivery team with savings identification.

Skills

Cost analysis

Client identification

Tender enquiries

Liaison with architects

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant commercial degree

Job description

Position Overview

We are looking for a Trainee or Assistant Estimator to join an established specialist business from their head office in Basingstoke.

Our Projects

They operate across bespoke residential schemes on new build, refurbishment and remodelling of grade 1 and 2 listed properties.

Training & Development

You will have a full bespoke training and development plan to be able to maximise your talents and fulfil your potential and you will be asked to get fully involved from day 1 on a hands on basis with the estimating manager and wider preconstruction team.

Responsibilities

Your duties will include identification of clients/projects, cost analysis, production of bills of quantities, liaison with architects and engineers, sending out and dealing with tender enquiries, dealing with existing supply chain and interviewing and appraisal of new contractors to help and work with the delivery teams, identify cost and programme savings. You will be part of the work winning team and be expected to work with the existing bid manager, design team, commercial and delivery teams to build and implement best practice procedures to drive the business forward.

Compensation

They are offering a competitive package with car allowance, benefits package and annual bonus scheme and are happy to either continue funding or look to start you on any further education courses such as relevant degree or RICS accreditation.

Who Should Apply

If you are in an estimating role now at a contractor or subcontractor and are not getting the support you need or are in the commercial quantity surveying world and want to change lanes this could be the role for you. They will also be interested in talking to people who may have recently completed their commercial degree and are unsure what role or specialism they want to move into.

The role would suit someone looking to join an established contractor where you can get real hands on experience and be trained and developed by a team of experts,set your own targets and guidelines and have the flexibility to exercise your own skills and talents.

Application

Please apply to the advert and I will be in touch to discuss your application or join me on LinkedIn at (URL removed).

EEO Statement

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Eligibility

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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