Junior/ Assistant Estimator

A well established and growing construction contractor is looking to appoint a Junior/Assistant Estimator to join their team in Edinburgh.

This business maintains a deliberate focus on quality over scale, supported by dedicated site teams, they pride themselves on staying closely involved in every project.

Projects typically range from 500k to 7m, delivered through a mix of negotiated and competitively tendered work.

Due to an increase in workload, they are now looking to strengthen their pre construction team.

The Role

• You will support the estimating function across a range of tenders, gaining full exposure to the process from initial enquiry through to handover.

Typical duties include:

• Reviewing incoming tender enquiries
• Assessing project timelines and feasibility
• Analysing drawings and documentation
• Assisting with subcontractor enquiries and pricing
• Supporting the pricing and value engineering process
• Working closely with MD and wider commercial team

About You

This role would suit someone with a solid understanding of construction who is looking to build a long term career in Estimating.

Backgrounds considered include:

• Assistant Estimator
• Assistant Quantity Surveyor
• Buyer
• Site Supervisor
• Joiners looking to move into an office based role
• Individuals who have run their own construction business

The key requirement is a strong understanding of construction and a willingness to learn.

You will be:

• Driven and motivated
• Keen to develop and progress
• Detail orientated
• Looking for a long term role with real career stability

What's on Offer

• Salary of 35,000 to 45,000
• Bonus scheme
• 1 day working from home once established in role
• Pool car available for site visits
• Long term career development within a stable and supportive business

If you are looking to build an exciting career in Estimating with a contractor that really values its employees, please submit your CV for immediate consideration & for more information, contact Josh O'Dwyer on the number below.