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Assistant Estimator

United Kingdom, West Malling Employment contract 35000.00 - 45000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted January 26, 2026
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Are you ready to kick-start your career in estimating? We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Estimator to join our client's dynamic team! If you have a passion for construction and a keen eye for detail, this could be the perfect role for you. You will be welcomed into a fantastic office space that is bright, open-plan, and modern. The team is known for its warmth and hospitality, making it a truly enjoyable place to work. Plus, they're proud of their strong commitment to sustainability and community engagement, ensuring their projects contribute to a greener future.

Job Responsibility

  • Tender preparation
  • Documentation management
  • Project review
  • Take offs
  • Bill of quantities
  • Subcontractor liaison
  • Team support
  • Administrative duties
  • Site visits
  • Quality control

Requirements

  • Assist in preparing budgets and tenders for new projects
  • Collate, print, and file all necessary tender documents and amendments
  • Analyse tender documents to ascertain project requirements
  • Perform both manual and digital take-offs from drawings and tender documents
  • Produce accurate bills of quantities and input costs efficiently
  • Produce and issue inquiries to subcontractors, collate quotations, and evaluate returned offers
  • Assist in the handover of tender documents to project teams upon success
  • Maintain an organised filing system and assist with general administration tasks
  • Attend site visits to gain valuable insights into projects
  • Uphold control procedures according to Integrated Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001)
  • Enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and ready to learn
  • Eager to develop skills and build strong relationships with colleagues and subcontractors

What we offer

  • 25 days annual leave plus two additional wellbeing days
  • Private healthcare for you and your family
  • Death in service benefit
  • On-site parking
  • Development and training opportunities
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