Assistant Estimator

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Job Description: Assistant Estimator

Location

Bury St Edmunds, office-based role (not hybrid or remote), with travel across East Anglia, Southeast, and Midlands for site visits

Salary

£30,000–£35,000 per annum plus car allowance

Role Overview

We are seeking an Assistant Estimator with 1–2 years of experience working for a main contractor and a desire to progress into estimating. The successful candidate will support the estimating team in preparing competitive bids for retail and leisure sector projects, including store refurbishments, fit-outs, and hotel extensions or conversions.

The role involves building and maintaining long-term relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers, particularly for framework agreements where a significant portion of work is negotiated.

Key Responsibilities

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Assist in the preparation of competitive cost estimates for retail and leisure projects

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Support senior estimators in reviewing tender documents, drawings, and specifications

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Conduct site visits across East Anglia, Southeast, and Midlands to understand project scope

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Collaborate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain and review quotations

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Assist in compiling Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and schedules of work

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Support the production of analytical pricing and tender submissions

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Location:
Bury St
Salary:
£30,000 - £35,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Construction

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