Assistant Estimator
Amazing opportunity for an Assistant Estimator to join a busy, Multi-Million pound, award winning Tier 1 Fit Out Contractor in Central London!

About the role of Assistant Estimator
As Assistant Estimator, you will be working with an existing team of 4 Estimators of different levels, under the Estimating Director based in the City of London office 4 days a week, 1 day from home following successful probation period.
As a business we specialise in Cat A & Cat B Commercial Fit Out, Office refurb & Design & Build, working on projects ranging from £5m to £30m. We are a Multi-Million pound business, having exceeded our £250m turnover goal last year, we are now on track to hit our goal of £300m for 2025, with having secured most of our work for 2025 before it had even started!
Despite our success, we are a business that is focused on profit, not turnover. We are looking for someone who has 5+ years of Estimating experience, working for either a Main Contractor or Fit Out Contractor, to join our team
If you are looking to work for a forward-thinking business, where there are opportunities to make amazing money, bonuses on top of your salary, and be a big name in the industry - reach out now!

Responsibilities for Assistant Estimator
* Assistant Senior Estimators in preparing cost estimates for fit out & refurbishment projects
* Help compile quantities & measures from drawings, specifications and schedules
* Send out enquiries for subcontractor & supplier quotations
* Chase & log incoming quotes
* Organise & maintain tender documentation
* Help prepare tender submission packs
* Assist in identifying basic commercial risks & opportunities in tenders
* Use estimating software (eg., Conquest, CostX, Causeway & Excel spreadsheets for take offs & cost compilations
* Attend tender meetings, workshops, and sometimes site visits with Senior Estimators
* Continuously learn about construction methods, materials, regulations & fit out market rates

Requirements for Assistant Estimator
* Minimum 5 years experience in Estimating
* Experience working for a Tier 1 or high end Tier 2 Fit Out Contractor OR Main Contractor
* Familiarity with basic tendering & procurement processes
* Degree qualified in a Construction related subject, such as Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Commercial Management etc.
* Understanding of Construction methods & building materials
* Good written communication
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel & Estimating software
* Eager to learn & take feedback
* Detail orientated
* Good team player

What we offer for Assistant Estimator
* Salary open for negotiation
* Excellent bonus structure
* Travel allowance
* Private healthcare & Dental cover
* Death in service - 4x basic salary
* Pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* 28 days holiday plus one special occasion day per year
* Enhanced family friends policies (18 weeks full maternity & 6 weeks full pay paternity plus flexible hours upon return to work)
* 1 WFH day a week, excluding Mondays
* Financially stable business, with incredible development & progression opportunities (recognised quickly if you perform well)
* Welcoming package upon joining (including being taken out for lunch on first day with all new starters)
* Amazing training & development programme

If you want to hear more about this Assistant Estimator role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Megan Stott in our London office on (phone number removed)