BUCKLEIGH & WILLIAMS LTD
Assistant Estimator - Civil Engineering
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Assistant Estimator
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.
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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.
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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.
UK Staffing Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Due to the volume of applications received, if you have not heard from us within 14 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. LNKD1_UKTJ
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