£32K/yr to £35K/yr
Coventry, England
Permanent, Variable

Assistant Estimator

Posted by Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited.

The Organisation:

Our client's company is family run, and has a rich history spanning more than 40 years. They specialise in construction, fit-outs, and refurbishment for companies of all sizes. They strive to build strong customer relationships, creativity, quality craftsmanship, and sustainability.

About the role:

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Assistant Estimator to join our commercial construction team based in Coventry with 1 day hybrid working. As an Assistant Estimator, you'll collaborate with senior estimators, analyse project requirements, and contribute to accurate and competitive bids. If you have a passion for construction and a knack for numbers, we'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities will include:

Project Scoping:Assist in preparing comprehensive scopes of work for potential construction projects.Gather essential information from senior estimators and distribute it to relevant stakeholders.

Cost Estimation:Collaborate with the estimating team to analyse project documents, including plans, specifications, and bid packages.Estimate material quantities, labour costs, and subcontractor expenses.Consider market trends and historical data to ensure precise estimates.

Conquest Experience:Familiarity with conquest projects (winning bids from competitors) is a plus.Understand competitive pricing strategies and adjust estimates accordingly.

Client Interaction:Participate in client meetings alongside senior estimators or sales representatives.Tailor estimates effectively based on client needs and preferences.

Safety Compliance:Document and deploy weekly safety talks to hourly employees.Support critical safety compliance initiatives.

What you will need to succeed:

  • Undergraduate degree, or a higher national diploma in construction management or quantity surveying which includes units in contract tendering and estimating costs. Construction experience, preferably in commercial construction (project size: £100,000 - £5 million).
  • Knowledgeable about construction codes and processes.
  • Excellent analytical and mathematical skills.
  • Desirable Skills: Proficient in using estimation software Conquest (Desirable) or similar software.

What you will receive in return

As a family-owned business, our client wants everyone to feel at home from day one. In return for commitment, loyalty, and hard work, the client will offer benefits ranging from:

  • 32k-35k Annual salary depending on experience
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Company Pension Scheme and,
  • Private Healthcare.

If you're ready to contribute to exciting construction projects and grow your career Please Contact Chelsea on

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

We use cookies to measure usage and analytics according to our privacy policy.