Assistant Estimator - Build
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Position Overview & Specifications
- Sector: Construction
- Contact: Alex Smith
- Contact Email: Alexandra.Smith@Anderselite.com
- Contact Phone: 0161 832 7577
- Expiry Date: 26 April 2023
- Job Ref: 401467ASM
Assistant Estimator - £25k - £37k (depending on experience) + Car Allowance, Pension plus contributions, Private Health care - Based in Manchester
An established Manchester based main contractor are looking for an Assistant Estimator with a main contracting, general construction background. An exciting opportunity to work on large new build rise tenders (hotels, apartments, student accommodation). The tender values will be between £15 and £50 million. You will be required to work on a range of projects from different sectors including commercial, industrial, retail, leisure, residential and health. This role as an exciting opportunity and offers the potential for progression to Senior Estimator and beyond. An established yet still growing business, an opportunity to work on tenders covering a wide range of different sectors, the successful candidate would be vital to the continuing growth of this exciting organisation.
Duties (assisting in the following)
Monitor potential incoming enquiries
Build relationships with Architects, Quantity Surveyors and Competitors
Maintain up-to-date market knowledge of labour, plant, materials and sub-contractors
Prepare & send out sub-contract & material enquiries using conquest enquiry system
Where required produce accurate take-off using Conquest
Manage, as directed, enquiries for labour, plant, materials and sub-contractors
Price bills/schedules analytically and produce quote comparisons using conquest estimating software
Complete tender pricing for adjudication by the tender committee, including reporting on any risks or onerous conditions, providing a winning edge
Liaise with planner to assess programme & preliminaries
Conducting feasibility studies and writing procurement reports
Applying Value Management techniques at the outset of a project.
On secured projects prepare information for handover to the contract team
Assist in developing Company estimating library
Check tender documentation
Measure tender against Decision Analysis
Inform Tender Committee on Contract Conditions
Essentials
Must have worked as a build trainee or assistant estimator in a previous role
Must have some estimating software in a previous role (ideally ConQuest).
Excel Skills
Hardworking and driven personality
Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise own workload
Excellent attention to detail
Proven leadership skills with the ability to effectively delegates as appropriate
Salary and Package
£25,000 - £37,000
Car Allowance,
Pension plus contributions,
Private Health care
Based in Manchester- North West projects
To register your interest in this excellent career opportunity, please submit your most recent CV to myself or call me if you have any questions on 07980 006 436 for a confidential discussion my email address is alexandra.smith@anderselite.com
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to HR Consulting.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,000 - £37,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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