Assistant Estimator

Job description

Looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Estimator / Cost Planner to join our pre-construction team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a leading construction environment and gain valuable experience working on technically complex, high profile major projects £250m+ over a range of sectors.

Working alongside experienced Estimators, Senior Estimators and the wider pre-construction team, you will support the preparation of accurate and competitive estimates from early-stage budgets through to tender submission.

You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, develop your commercial and technical understanding, and build a strong foundation for progression within estimating and pre-construction.

Assistant Estimator / Assistant Cost Planner roles & responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of detailed cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Review drawings, specifications, schedules and other tender information.
• Obtain and assess quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assist with measuring quantities and producing take-offs.
• Input and maintain accurate estimating and cost information.
• Support the preparation of bills of quantities, cost plans and tender documentation.
• Carry out cost comparisons and assist with identifying potential savings and value-engineering opportunities.
• Work closely with Estimators, Quantity Surveyors, Design Managers and the wider project team.
• Assist with maintaining and updating cost databases and benchmark information.
• Attend tender and pre-construction meetings where required.
• Help ensure estimates are accurate, commercially competitive and submitted within agreed deadlines.

Assistant Estimator / Assistant Cost Planner requirements

• 4+ years experience in estimating or cost planning with a tier 1 main contractor
• Experience across the commercial sectors, on projects £50m+ ideally
• The ability to manage multiple tenders while working to strict deadlines.
• Experience using estimating software and Microsoft Office.
• HNC/HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline is desirable.

Assistant Estimator / Assistant Cost Planner Benefits

• Salary up to £80k
• Travel / car allowance
• Bonus scheme
• Hybrid working
• Private healthcare
• Competitive pension
• Great annual leave scheme
• Further progression opportunities & great training programme
• +More!

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City Of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-09-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English