At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in preparing cost estimates for major infrastructure projects and collaborate with engineering teams.
- Company: Established consultancy focused on significant civil engineering projects across the UK.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, ongoing mentoring, and clear career progression.
- Other info: Great opportunity for long-term career development in a growing consultancy.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and work on impactful infrastructure projects that shape the future.
- Qualifications: 1-3 years' experience in estimating or related fields, strong analytical skills, and attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 40000 £ per year.
Build Your Career on Some of the UK's Largest Infrastructure Projects. Our client is an established and growing consultancy delivering expert cost engineering and estimating services across major highways, bridges, infrastructure, drainage and water projects throughout the UK. Due to continued growth and expansion of their Glasgow office, they are looking to recruit an ambitious Assistant Estimator who is eager to develop their technical and commercial expertise while working on nationally significant infrastructure schemes. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that genuinely invests in its people, offering structured development, mentoring and a clear pathway into Cost Engineering.
The Opportunity: Working alongside experienced Cost Engineers, you'll support the delivery of cost estimates and commercial analysis across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects. You'll gain exposure to every stage of the estimating process while developing a strong understanding of civil engineering construction, project costing and commercial decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in preparing detailed cost estimates for highways, bridges, civil engineering, drainage, water and infrastructure projects.
- Review engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
- Produce quantity take-offs and support the preparation of Bills of Quantities.
- Maintain estimating databases and project cost information.
- Support senior Cost Engineers throughout the estimating process.
- Work collaboratively with engineering and project teams to deliver accurate cost information.
- Develop your understanding of infrastructure estimating, risk analysis and cost planning.
About You:
We're looking for candidates who have:
- 1-3 years' experience within estimating or a similar construction or engineering role.
- A background in civil engineering, infrastructure or construction.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Good Microsoft Excel skills.
- A proactive attitude and genuine desire to learn.
Experience within any of the following would be advantageous: Highways, Bridges, Civil Engineering, Infrastructure, Drainage, Water, Structures, Temporary Works. Experience using estimating software would be beneficial but is not essential.
What's On Offer:
- £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience.
- Hybrid working.
- Ongoing mentoring from experienced Cost Engineers.
- Clear career progression into Cost Engineering.
- Exposure to nationally significant infrastructure projects.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Long-term career development within a growing consultancy.
If you're looking to take the next step in your estimating career and want to work on complex infrastructure projects that make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.
Assistant Estimator - Civil Engineering in Central employer: Uk Staffing Group
UK Staffing Group is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of Manchester City Centre. With a focus on professional growth and a supportive environment, employees benefit from uncapped commission opportunities and ongoing development in a dynamic team setting. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid work options post-probation.
