Assistant Estimator in Great Marton

Assistant Estimator
Blackpool | £24,000 - £25,000 as a degree apprenticeship or up to £29,000 with 1-3 years experience + Career Development Full Time | Permanent | Office-Based
Kickstart Your Career with a Leading Fit-Out & Refurbishment Contractor
Our client is a well-established, family-run principal contractor delivering high-quality fit-out, refurbishment and construction projects across the UK. Working across sectors including Leisure, Hospitality, Retail, Restaurants and Hotels, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering premium finishes and exceptional service.
With an in-house workshop helping to control costs and maintain quality, they offer a unique environment where employees gain exposure to the full project lifecycle.
Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an Assistant Estimator to join their team in Blackpool. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in construction estimating, with full support, training and progression opportunities available.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Senior Estimator and working closely with the Design, Quantity Surveying and Project Management teams, you will assist in preparing accurate project costs and tender submissions.
In simple terms, you'll:
Read the drawings → work out what's needed → obtain prices → review costs → help build the final project estimate.
This role would suit someone with a construction, surveying or estimating background who is keen to develop their technical and commercial skills within a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
Measure quantities and take-offs from drawings.
Obtain quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
Review and compare quotations to ensure competitiveness and accuracy.
Assist with preparing tender submissions and pricing documents.
Input and maintain cost information using Excel and estimating software.
Ensure all project elements are included within tender submissions.
Identify missing information, risks and potential additional costs.
Assist in calculating labour, plant, material and subcontractor costs.
Maintain records of supplier pricing and historical project costs.
Support value engineering exercises to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors regarding scope a...