Assistant Estimator

Assistant Estimator

A great opportunity for an organised Assistant Estimator to build a long-term career in estimating, tender administration and commercial operations within the infrastructure and environmental sector.

FULL TRAINING AND SUPPORT PROVIDED

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Junior Estimator, Estimating Assistant, Contracts Administrator, Procurement Administrator, Project Administrator, Tender Administrator, Estimating Administrator, Commercial Administrator

SALARY: £29,741 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION: Polegate, Wealden, East Sussex

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

JOB OVERVIEW

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in estimating and commercial operations within the infrastructure and environmental sector.

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Assistant Estimator to support incoming enquiries, tender proposals, supplier coordination and client communication.

As an Assistant Estimator you will work closely with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal Commercial and Operations teams, helping ensure projects are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.

The Assistant Estimator role is designed to support training and development, making it suitable for someone starting out or moving into estimating from an administration, procurement, contracts or project support background.

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Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review.

DUTIES

Your duties as the Assistant Estimator include:

• Client Enquiries: Review and manage incoming client enquiries
• Tender Proposals: Prepare and submit tender proposals within required timescales
• Supply Chain Coordination: Support suppliers and subcontractors with project information and requirements
• Tender Follow-Up: Follow up submitted tenders and maintain clear client communication
• Pre-Start Meetings: Attend pre-start meetings with clients and internal teams
• Project Handovers: Assist with project handovers to Commercial and Operations teams
• Portal Administration: Maintain enquiries and records across portals including CEMAR, Bravo and Contracts Status
• Customer Service: Ensure customer service remains at the centre of delivery
• Travel: Travel outside of the local area occasionally when required

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Driving Licence: Full manual driving licence
• IT Skills: Good IT skills with confidence using systems and records
• Organisation: Strong time management and organisational skills
• Attention To Detail: Accurate approach to enquiries, tenders and documentation
• Numerical Ability: Strong numerical ability with confidence handling figures
• Development Mindset: Willingness to learn and develop within the role

DESIRABLE

• Sector Knowledge: Knowledge or understanding of the arboriculture, infrastructure or environmental sector
• Estimating or Administration: Previous experience in estimating or administration
• Career Interest: Interest in developing a long-term career within estimating and commercial operations

BENEFITS

• Structured training and support
• Opportunity to progress within estimating and commercial operations
• Supportive team environment
• Exposure to a wide range of projects and sectors

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P14797

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