Assistant Estimator

Employer: Contract Scotland

Salary: Competitive salary

Job type: Full time

Posted: 2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

Sector: Construction & Trades

Job Description

Assistant Estimator / Estimating Technician Civil Engineering & Renewable Energy Build Your Career in Renewable Energy Estimating Are you looking to develop your career within civil engineering and renewable energy? This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Estimator / Estimating Technician to join an established team delivering innovative projects across wind farms, battery energy storage and substations. You'll have the opportunity to play an important role in the estimating process, working on projects that are helping shape the future of Scotland's energy infrastructure while developing your own commercial and technical expertise. The Opportunity As an Assistant Estimator / Estimating Technician, you'll support the preparation of accurate and competitive project bids, working closely with the wider estimating and project teams. You'll be involved in analysing project requirements, developing cost estimates and ensuring bids are prepared accurately and within required timescales. Working alongside experienced industry professionals, you'll gain valuable exposure to the estimating process and develop your understanding of construction methodologies, project costs and renewable energy infrastructure. What You'll Be Doing Your responsibilities will include: Preparing detailed cost estimates for civil engineering projects Analysing project specifications, drawings and requirements Assisting with the preparation of competitive project bids Reviewing construction methodologies and project requirements Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain relevant cost information Working closely with internal teams throughout the estimating process Ensuring estimates are accurate and delivered within required timescales Supporting the wider team with tender and bid preparation What We're Looking For We're looking for someone with a strong foundation in civil engineering, construction or a related discipline, who is keen to develop a career within esti

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