Assistant Estimator

We are seeking an Assistant Estimator to join our civil engineering tendering team. Working alongside experienced Estimators and other members of the pre-construction team, the successful candidate will support the preparation of tenders across a range of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.

This is an opportunity to develop a career in estimating, gaining experience across the tender process and developing the technical and commercial knowledge required to progress to Estimator level.

Definition:

A member of the tendering team who assists in the preparation and development of tender estimates for civil engineering projects, working under the guidance of Senior Estimators.

Responsibilities:

• Taking off quantities and obtaining quotations for materials.
• Taking off quantities, developing scopes of work for subcontract packages and obtaining quotations.
• Ensuring tender enquiries issued to suppliers and subcontractors contain the required level of detail and that quotations are received within the required tender timeframe.
• Analysing subcontractor and material supplier quotations, including scope, exclusions and qualifications.
• Checking quantities in clients' bills of quantities against tender drawings and other available information.
• Managing tender documentation and record keeping.
• Working with other members of the estimating team, site teams and senior management to obtain the information required to prepare accurate estimates.
• Maintaining clear and effective communication with suppliers, subcontractors, team members and senior management throughout the tender process.
• Supporting other members of the estimating team as required and sharing relevant project and estimating knowledge.
• Developing estimating knowledge through tender experience, training and feedback, including an understanding of civil engineering construction methods, materials, plant and subcontract markets.

Requirements:

• A degree in a relevant construction discipline or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience in an estimating role or experience on site in the civil engineering sector is preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deal effectively with suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams.