Derby - Assistant Estimator
Your new company
You will be joining a leading civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in Derby. This multi-accredited organisation operates across a multitude of different sectors, including the commercial, industrial and energy industries, and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.They are looking to grow their pre-contract team and onboard an Assistant Estimator to join them.
This is a full-time permanent position based in their Derby office with flexible working.
Your new role
As Assistant Estimator, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:
- Working alongside and supporting experienced estimators to prepare and submit tenders from first principles, including obtaining quotations for subcontract work, materials and plant, and compiling programmes
- Undertaking quantity take-offs from tender documents and producing bills of quantities
- Assisting in the preparation of tender submissions
- Supporting with the preparation of reports for senior management and clients
- Monitoring tender deadlines and ensuring timely submission of all required documentation
- Undertaking general administrative duties to support the pre-contract team.
What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you must have:
- Previous estimating or quantity surveying experience in groundworks, reinforced concrete structures and general civil works (ideal)
- Strong numerical, analytical and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages
- Full UK driving licence.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- Company car or car allowance (up to £6,600 per annum)
- 34 days’ annual leave
- Flexible working
- Company pension scheme (matched up to 5%)
- Profit share scheme
- Private health insurance
- Reimbursed business mileage
- Continuous training and development
- Reimbursed professional fee to a recognised body (e.g. RICS, ICE or similar)
- Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
- Opportunity to grow and progress your career with a forward-thinking and employee-first principal contractor.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email a copy to james.mayfield-potter@hays.com quoting the job reference number #4665643.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Please note - this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas. #4665643 - James Mayfield-Potter