Assistant Estimator

Location: City of London
Salary: £50K- £60K per Year
Contract: Permanent
Type: Part Time

Reference: MS-77706-AS_
Posted: April 28, 2025

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 .