Assistant Estimator – Chelmsford
Paying
£25k -£30k for a graduate.
£35k - £50k DOE someone with 1 - 2 years experience within groundworks.
Are you looking to kickstart your career in estimating within the civil engineering and groundworks sector? We are seeking a motivated Assistant Estimator to join our expanding team, based in Chelmsford.
With a turnover of £50m+, we deliver projects across Essex, London, and the South East, covering a broad scope of civil engineering and groundworks services including:
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex and varied schemes for both public and private sector clients.
The Role
You’ll work directly alongside a Senior Estimator, gaining hands-on experience and mentoring while contributing to the preparation of tenders and cost estimates for projects ranging from £500k to £20m in value.
Key Responsibilities
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Assisting in the preparation of competitive tenders
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Supporting take-offs, measurements, and cost analysis
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Reviewing drawings, specifications, and subcontractor quotations
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Developing your commercial awareness and technical knowledge within groundworks and civil engineering
About You
We’re looking for either:
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A recent graduate with a construction-related degree (ideally commercial management or quantity surveying), OR
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An Assistant Estimator with 1–2 years’ experience in the groundworks/civil engineering sector
You’ll be enthusiastic, eager to learn, and able to work well as part of a collaborative team. Strong numerical and analytical skills are essential.
What’s on Offer
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Structured training and mentoring
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Genuine progression opportunities, with clear routes into Estimator and Senior Estimator roles
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The chance to be part of a professional, supportive, and ambitious team
If you’re looking to build your career in estimating and want to work on exciting civil engineering and groundworks projects, we’d love to hear from you.
Please contact me.
Mob: +44 (0) 7903063892 | Email: k.dickson@calco.co.uk