Assistant Estimator in Slough

About the Client

Our Client is a respected specialist contractor operating across reinforced concrete structures, rail infrastructure, and major civil engineering projects throughout London. Known for delivering complex schemes, they offer a supportive pre-construction environment with strong opportunities for progression and technical growth.

Roles/Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing tenders for RC frame and rail civil engineering packages
• Produce accurate take-offs and quantity schedules
• Support cost planning, bill production, and pricing activities
• Analyse drawings, specifications, and client documentation
• Liaise with engineers, planners, and the commercial team
• Maintain tender registers and ensure complete, accurate documentation
• Contribute to handover packs for successful bids

Qualifications

• Experience as an Assistant Estimator, Junior Estimator, Trainee Estimator, or similar
• Background in RC frame, reinforced concrete structures, or rail
• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and technical documentation
• Confident communication skills and proactive approach to learning
• Familiarity with estimating or take-off software (e.g., Bluebeam, Excel, CostX) is beneficial

Benefits

• £40K–£50K basic salary (DOE)
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Clear progression pathway to Estimator and Senior Estimator roles
• Exposure to major rail and structural concrete projects across London
• Supportive and technically strong pre-construction team

If this opportunity aligns with your career goals, reach out directly to Erik Rensburg at e.rensburg@humres.co.uk to discuss further.