Job Description:

Assistant Estimator

Northampton £30,000 - £40,000 per annum Full-Time | Permanent

Kickstart Your Estimating Career With Genuine Progression

Are you an ambitious Assistant Estimator looking for the next step in your construction career?

We're working with a successful and growing interior fit-out contractor based in Northampton who is looking to add a driven and organised Assistant Estimator to their commercial team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced Senior Estimators, gaining exposure to projects ranging from £50,000 to £10 million while developing the skills needed to progress into future senior roles.

If you're looking for a business that genuinely invests in its people and offers clear career progression, this could be the perfect opportunity.

The Role

Working closely with the Senior Estimators, you'll be involved in all aspects of the tendering and estimating process, supporting the delivery of multiple projects across the fit-out and interiors sector.

Initially, you'll assist on larger tenders while taking ownership of smaller projects independently. As your experience develops, you'll be given the opportunity to work on increasingly larger and more complex projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting Senior Estimators with tender submissions
• Preparing estimates and cost plans for fit-out projects
• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documentation
• Obtaining and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Preparing take-offs and pricing schedules
• Supporting the tendering process from enquiry through to submission
• Managing smaller tenders independently
• Working with the wider commercial and operational teams
• Maintaining accurate estimating records and documentation

What We're Looking For Essential

• Previous experience within an estimating role or construction environment
• Experience using estimating and tendering software
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent work ethic and willingness to learn
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team

Desirable

• Experience within the fit-out or interiors sector
• Experience using ConQuest estimating software
• Exposure to commercial construction projects
• Working knowledge of tendering processes

Career Progression

The successful candidate will receive hands-on mentoring from experienced Senior Estimators and will benefit from a structured path towards:

✅ Estimator

✅ Senior Estimator

✅ Leadership opportunities as the business continues to grow

The company is committed to promoting from within and developing talent for the future.

Salary & Benefits

• £30,000 - £40,000 per annum DOE
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Mentorship from experienced Senior Estimators
• Exposure to projects from £50k through to £10m
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Long-term career development within a growing business

About You

We're looking for someone local to Northampton who is ambitious, organised, and eager to build a long-term career in estimating. This role would suit an individual who already has some industry experience and is ready to learn from experienced professionals while taking on increasing responsibility.

If you're looking for an opportunity where your hard work will be recognised and rewarded with genuine progression, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for immediate consideration.