Assistant Estimator in Oldham, Greater Manchester

Location: Oldham
Salary/Package: £35,000 - £45,000 + Excellent Benefits Package
Job Type: Permanent

Our client is an established specialist fit-out and construction contractor with over 20 years of industry experience, delivering high-quality projects across the UK.

Operating across the hospitality, leisure, hotel, student accommodation, education and commercial sectors, the business has developed an excellent reputation for delivering bespoke fit-outs, refurbishments and construction projects.

With a strong pipeline of work and continued growth, they are looking to recruit an Assistant Estimator to join their pre-construction team.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Estimator to join an established fit-out contractor, supporting the estimating team in preparing competitive and accurate tenders across a varied portfolio of projects.

Working alongside experienced Estimators and the wider pre-construction team, you will gain exposure to the full estimating process, from reviewing tender documentation and completing take-offs through to obtaining supplier quotations and preparing tender submissions.

This role would suit someone already working within construction estimating who is looking to develop their experience within the specialist fit-out sector, or an ambitious construction professional looking to take the next step in their career.

• Assist with preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for fit-out and refurbishment projects.

• Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications and project requirements.

• Undertake material take-offs and assist with quantity measurements.

• Obtain and analyse quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.

• Prepare pricing schedules, cost breakdowns and tender documentation.

• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors and internal departments to obtain competitive pricing.

• Assist with identifying potential commercial risks and opportunities.

• Support value engineering exercises and alternative pricing proposals.

• Maintain accurate estimating records and tender information.

• Work closely with the pre-construction and commercial teams to ensure tenders are completed within deadlines.

• Previous experience in an Assistant Estimator, Trainee Estimator or similar construction role.

• Ideally, experience within fit-out, refurbishment or general contracting.

• Good understanding of construction drawings, specifications and tender documentation.

• Some experience undertaking material take-offs and preparing cost estimates.

• Confident communicating with suppliers and subcontractors.

• Strong numerical, analytical and organisational skills.

• Good attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines.

• Proactive attitude with a genuine desire to develop within estimating.

• Salary of £35,000 - £45,000, depending on experience.

• Additional company package.

• Opportunity to join an established and growing specialist contractor.

• Exposure to a diverse range of fit-out and refurbishment projects.

• Work alongside an experienced estimating and pre-construction team.

• Genuine opportunity for career development and progression.

If you're an Assistant Estimator or Trainee Estimator with construction experience and are looking to develop your career within the fit-out sector, we'd like to hear from you.

Please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris, for a confidential discussion.

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Please Note: Due to the high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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