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Assistant Estimator - Housing Groundworks
Job Posted: 8 hours ago
Salary: £ 28,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Lancashire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Assistant Estimator - Housing Groundworks
£28,000 - £40,000 + package | Lancashire
Your new company
Join an established groundworks and civil engineering business with a reputation for delivering high-quality services to leading national house builders and property developers in the North West. The company provides a supportive, well-structured environment that encourages learning, teamwork, and professional growth across all levels.
Your new role
Our client is seeking an ambitious Assistant Estimator to join their busy commercial team, working on the preparation of competitive and accurate tenders for housing groundworks projects in Lancashire. This is an ideal opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a thriving sector and develop your estimating expertise alongside experienced professionals.
Responsibilities will include:
Assisting with the assessment of drawings, specifications, and tender documents to identify cost drivers and project risks
Obtaining supplier and subcontractor quotations for materials, plant, and labour
Maintaining and updating the cost database and supporting the preparation of cost plans and tender submissions
Analysing subcontractor returns and producing comparison breakdowns
Supporting the collation of tender reports, correspondence, and supporting documentation
Attending site visits with senior staff to gather information and assist with risk assessments
Liaising regularly with engineers, site teams, and suppliers to clarify requirements and timelines
Assisting in tracking project costs and supporting the monitoring of budgets across pre- and post-contract phases
What you will need to succeed:
Any previous experience in an estimating, commercial, or technical support role in construction is desirable
Qualification or working towards a qualification in civil engineering, construction management, quantity surveying, or similar field is preferred
Solid analytical, numerical, and IT skills, especially with Microsoft Excel and document management
High attention to detail, good organisation, and the ability to work to strict deadlines
Confident communication skills and a proactive attitude to learning and problem-solving
UK driving licence and flexibility to visit sites as needed
What you get in return:
Salary of £28,000 - £40,000 plus a package including pension, car allowance, funded training, and progression support
Structured onboarding and mentoring from experienced estimators within a collaborative team
Opportunity to gain diverse project exposure and grow technical expertise in the high-demand housing groundworks sector
Wellbeing-focused workplace, flexible working options, and a long-term career path with a thriving regional employer
Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
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