Assistant Estimator
Posted on 10 December 2025
£40,000 - £55,000/annum + package
At a glance
| Ref No: | owmo-114273 |
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| Category: | Groundworks & Civil Engineering |
| Role: | Assistant Estimator |
| Location: | Eastleigh |
| Status: | Permanent |
| Salary: | £40,000 - £55,000/annum + package |
Job Description
Are you an Assistant Estimator with solid groundworks experience and ready to step into a role where your career can genuinely accelerate? We are partnering with a fast growing civil engineering contractor that is winning high profile projects and expanding their commercial team. This is a chance to join a business that invests heavily in its people and rewards ambition.
If you have at least two years of estimating experience in groundworks and want to be part of a company that is going places, this is the ideal opportunity.
Assistant Estimator Duties:
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Supporting the preparation of accurate, competitive tenders for groundworks and civils packages
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Carrying out take offs, measurement and pricing with guidance from senior members
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Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documents
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Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to gather and assess quotations
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Helping produce clear, well presented tender submissions
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Playing an active role in the bid process and wider pre construction team
Assistant Estimator Requirements:
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At least 2 years experience as an estimator or assistant estimator within groundworks
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Understanding of foundations, drainage, externals and general groundworks processes
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Confident interpreting drawings and technical documents
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Strong IT and numeracy skills
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Motivated, driven and keen to develop your estimating career
Assistant Estimator Benefits:
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Competitive salary that reflects your experience paying up to £55,000 + package.
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A company that will invest in your growth and long term progression
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Supportive commercial team with a strong track record
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A stable pipeline of work and solid job security
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Join a contractor with a strong pipeline and a reputation for delivering major groundwork packages
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Work closely with senior estimators who will help you sharpen your skills and progress quickly
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Exposure to a wide range of residential and commercial projects
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Real opportunities for promotion as the team continues to grow
If you are looking for a place where you can grow, be valued and build a long term future in estimating, apply today. We will contact suitable candidates to discuss the role in complete confidence.

Contact
- Alex Haynes
- 02380981601
- alexhaynes@oneway.co.uk