Assistant Estimator - Coventry

Location: Coventry / Midlands Salary: £35,000 £45,000 + car allowance + benefits Type: Permanent Sector: Main Contracting / Construction Assistant Estimator Main Contractor Our client is a rapidly growing main contractor with an established presence across the UK and an expanding Midlands operation. The business delivers projects across a range of sectors including industrial and logistics, commercial, life sciences, data centres, leisure, retail, fit-out and refurbishment , with schemes ranging from smaller developments through to major projects. Due to continued growth within the pre-construction team, they are looking to appoint an Assistant Estimator to support the Estimating and Pre-Construction functions. This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Estimator or Junior Estimator looking to develop their career within a progressive main contractor and gain exposure to a broad range of projects. The Role Working closely with the Estimating and Pre-Construction teams, you will assist with the preparation of competitive and commercially sound tenders. Your responsibilities will include: Assisting with the preparation of tenders and estimates Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation Preparing quantities and take-offs Obtaining and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations Issuing enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers Comparing quotations and preparing tender comparisons Assisting with pricing preliminaries Supporting the preparation of bills of quantities Assisting with value engineering exercises Reviewing construction programmes and project information Maintaining accurate estimating records Updating tender information and pricing databases Supporting the Estimator with tender submissions Attending tender meetings when required Liaising with the commercial and pre-construction teams Assisting with post-tender queries Developing relationships with subcontractors and sup