Building Surveyor jobs in United Kingdom

Assistant Estimator - Construction

Location: Kings Hill, Kent

Hours: Monday-Thursday (07:30 - 17:00), Friday (07:30 - 16:00)

Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 + Car Allowance & Excellent Benefits

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Diamond Search Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a highly reputable company within the construction industry, delivering quality projects across the UK. Known for their expertise, high standards, and strong company culture, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a team that truly values its people.

Our client offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and a comprehensive benefits package, including: Private Healthcare, Discounted Gym Membership, Training & Development Opportunities, a supportive and positive working environment and a brand new, state-of-the-art Head Office with modern facilities.

The Assistant Estimator works under regular supervision and is capable of assisting in the setup and successful running of all aspects of a tender. This role supports the effective and efficient running of pre-construction matters to:

• Prepare tenders and budgets to secure future projects
• Assist in keeping costs to a minimum while developing and maintaining excellent relationships with subcontractors and staff
• Support, advise, develop, and train all team members on pre-construction matters and other business aspects

• Assist in the preparation of budgets and tenders for new projects
• Collate tender documents and amendments
• Print and file all tender information
• Review tender documents to establish project requirements
• Undertake take-offs both manually and digitally from tender documents and drawings
• Produce Bills of Quantities (BOQ)
• Produce and issue enquiries to subcontractors
• Collate and evaluate subcontractor quotations and prepare comparisons
• Input costs into BOQs
• Assist with the preparation of tender submissions
• Support handover of tender documents to project teams if secured
• Maintain and update subcontractor database
• Attend site visits
• Maintain control procedures in line with Integrated Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001)

• Ability to read and interpret different sources of written information
• Excellent IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to work within dedicated timescales
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Good time management and organisational skills
• Full driving licence
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and reliable

• Private healthcare
• Discounted gym membership
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive and inclusive team culture
• Work in a new, state-of-the-art Head Office
• Be part of a company with a strong reputation and a passion for quality

If you're looking to develop your career in construction estimating with a supportive and forward-thinking company, apply now!