Assistant Estimator
- Samuel James Recruitment Ltd
- Jun 18, 2025
Full time
Construction
Quantity Surveyor
Estimator
Management
Architect and Design
Skilled Trades & Labour
Assistant Construction
Job Description
Assistant Estimator Heritage Restoration & Conservation Up to £45,000 + Benefits London-Based Projects
Are you looking for an Assistant Estimator Role and have a keen interest in historic buildings and traditional construction? This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading heritage and conservation contractor, supporting the tendering of prestigious restoration projects across London and the South East.
If you're detail-oriented, passionate about architecture, and eager to grow your estimating career in a unique and rewarding sector this role offers hands-on experience with iconic listed buildings and expert mentorship in a highly respected team.
What You ll Be Doing (The Role)
This long-established conservation contractor is recognised nationally for its work preserving and restoring some of the UK s most significant historic buildings. From cathedrals and civic landmarks to palaces and public heritage sites, they combine traditional craftsmanship with modern construction expertise. With in-house teams covering stone masonry, joinery, plasterwork, roofing, and façades, they deliver a full-service approach to heritage renewal. Known for investing in people and apprenticeships, they provide a supportive environment for new talent to grow in the conservation field.
What s In It For You?
If you're a Stone Mason looking to get off the tools or an Assistant Estimator looking to build your future in heritage restoration and want to work on projects that truly matter apply today and we ll be in touch within 48 hours to discuss your application in confidence.
Are you looking for an Assistant Estimator Role and have a keen interest in historic buildings and traditional construction? This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading heritage and conservation contractor, supporting the tendering of prestigious restoration projects across London and the South East.
If you're detail-oriented, passionate about architecture, and eager to grow your estimating career in a unique and rewarding sector this role offers hands-on experience with iconic listed buildings and expert mentorship in a highly respected team.
What You ll Be Doing (The Role)
- Assisting in the preparation of tender documents for restoration and conservation projects
- Reading and interpreting drawings, specifications, and site reports to support cost planning
- Requesting and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotes for heritage-specific materials and trades
- Helping to build Bills of Quantities and cost breakdowns under senior guidance
- Supporting site visits, surveys, and liaising with internal delivery and pre-construction teams
- Learning traditional construction methods and conservation best practices
- Experience in an Assistant Estimator or Trainee Estimator role, ideally in construction or specialist subcontracting
- We would also like to speak with candidates from the tools i.e. Stone Masons or Restorers
- Strong interest in heritage, listed buildings, or traditional materials like stone, lime, timber, and lead
- Good numeracy, organisation, and IT skills (Excel and take-off software knowledge beneficial)
- Proactive and eager to learn from experienced professionals in a collaborative setting
- Degree-qualified or working towards a qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or similar
- Passionate about architecture, heritage, and working on meaningful, legacy projects
This long-established conservation contractor is recognised nationally for its work preserving and restoring some of the UK s most significant historic buildings. From cathedrals and civic landmarks to palaces and public heritage sites, they combine traditional craftsmanship with modern construction expertise. With in-house teams covering stone masonry, joinery, plasterwork, roofing, and façades, they deliver a full-service approach to heritage renewal. Known for investing in people and apprenticeships, they provide a supportive environment for new talent to grow in the conservation field.
What s In It For You?
- Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience
- 28 days holiday inc bank holidays (rising +1 day on years (phone number removed)
- Enhanced pension and yearly bonus
- Real progression opportunities into Estimator or Quantity Surveyor roles
- Support with further training, qualifications, and CPD in heritage construction
- Work on some of the UK s most unique and historic building projects
- Friendly, experienced team culture focused on collaboration and quality
If you're a Stone Mason looking to get off the tools or an Assistant Estimator looking to build your future in heritage restoration and want to work on projects that truly matter apply today and we ll be in touch within 48 hours to discuss your application in confidence.
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