Assistant Estimator

Job Title: Assistant Estimator

Location: Office - Basingstoke

Salary: Competitive

Hours: 40

As a leader in high-end construction, heritage conservation and specialist crafts in London and the South of England, we take pride in working on Britain's finest private residences, luxury hotels and most cherished historic architecture. We believe our people are our greatest asset, as it's their dedication to excellence that has been the foundation for our outstanding reputation.

As an Assistant Estimator, you’ll support the delivery of competitive, high-quality bids by analysing subcontractor returns, preparing cost plans, and helping manage project data throughout the tender process. If you're detail-driven with a solid grounding in residential construction and a proactive approach to estimating, this role offers a strong foundation for career growth in a high-performing team.

All the responsibilities we’ll trust you with

• You’ll thoroughly analyse sub-contract returns (including sub-contract comparisons) and engage with our supply chain throughout the bid to ensure suitable returns are provided.
• You’ll be completing elemental rate breakdowns at the completion of projects and helping to manage our internal cost database.
• You’ll be assisting with multiple stage tenders, including completing preliminary costings, and forms of tender.
• You’ll assist if necessary with pre-qualification questionnaire, and enquiry information.
• You’ll use historic rates or experience to price work, and complete cost plans.
• You’ll actively promote the company and seek new tender opportunities under the direction of the Directors.
• You’ll help prepare all the required documents for tender adjudications and be an active participant.

Where you’ll be based

You’ll join our Preconstruction Team, working alongside experienced professionals who lay the groundwork for every successful project. From detailed cost planning to risk management, you’ll help shape complex, high-value construction projects from the very start—ensuring precision, clarity, and confidence from day one.

You'll be located in the village of Sherborne St John, a ten-minute drive from Basingstoke town centre, at our company head office.

Some of the rewards of working with us:U

• nlock new skills and accelerate your career with our full support and development programmes designed to help you expand your expertiseJ
• oin an inclusive community where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to share their ideas and bring them to lifeE
• njoy a rewards package that includes a competitive salary, company pension, sick pay, life cover, maternity/paternity pay and recognition through long service awardsA
• holiday allowance that increases with your length of service, plus bank holidays.G
• et the best deals at your favourite places to shop with our exclusive discounts at top retailers and supermarkets.R
• ound-the-clock support with our Employee Assistance Programme offering expert legal advice, counselling and more to help you through any situationE
• njoy a restful holiday break—we close during the Christmas period, giving you the chance to relax over the festive seasonW
• e prioritise your wellbeing with our healthcare programmes, annual flu vaccines, and for those who will benefit, a personalised menopause plan.

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he areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:Y

• ou’ll have or be working on a HNC in Construction or relevant Degree level qualificationYou’ll have knowledge of construction and private residential building contracting.You’ll have an awareness of property taxation matters and contractual lawYou’ll have a good understanding of traditional building methods and products associated with the refurbishment of listed buildings and high end residential construction.You’ll have experience working with estimating software like Esti-Mate, or ConQuest