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ASSISTANT ESTIMATOR - REFURBISHMENT & COMMERCIAL FIT-OUT Location: Basildon, Essex Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum Sector: Refurbishment, Commercial Fit-Out and Internal Finishes A growing refurbishment and commercial fit-out contractor is looking for an Assistant Estimator to join its commercial team in Basildon. This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Estimator, Assistant Quantity Surveyor or construction professional with relevant pricing and commercial experience who wants to develop a long-term career in estimating. The company delivers commercial refurbishment, maintenance and fit-out projects across London and the Southeast. Projects are typically valued up to £500,000 and include work across commercial, education and public-sector environments. THE ROLE Working alongside experienced members of the commercial team, you will assist with the preparation of estimates and tender submissions for refurbishment and fit-out projects. Your responsibilities will include: - Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender information - Completing measurements and take-offs - Assisting with the pricing of labour, materials and subcontract packages - Sending enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers - Comparing and analysing quotations - Helping to prepare tender submissions and cost breakdowns - Attending site visits when required - Maintaining accurate tender and pricing information - Supporting the handover of successful projects to the operational team REQUIREMENTS The successful candidate should have some estimating experience within refurbishment, fit-out or specialist subcontracting. You will ideally have: - Experience or knowledge of a mixture of internal packages, including dry lining, partitions, flooring and decorating - A basic understanding of construction sequencing and trade packages - The ability to read drawings and understand specifications - Good numerical and analytical skills - Working knowledge of Excel, Word and digital construction tools - Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn - Good communication and organisational skills Applications are welcomed from Assistant Estimators, Assistant Quantity Surveyors, Trainee Estimators and site-based construction professionals with suitable commercial or internal fit-out experience. An HNC, HND or degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline would be beneficial, although practical industry experience will also be considered. WHAT'S ON OFFER? - Salary of up to £50,000, depending on experience - Training and support from an experienced commercial team - A clear route into an Estimator position - Exposure to the complete tendering and pre-construction process - A stable pipeline of refurbishment and fit-out projects - Long-term career development within a growing contractor TO APPLY Apply through this job board or email your CV to . co . uk (remove spaces). You can also contact me directly by phone or connect with me on LinkedIn for a confidential discussion. If you are unsure whether you have the required experience, please get in touch for straightforward and confidential career advice.

Vacancy Summary Job Title: Associate Director - Quantity Surveying Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Cambridge (+ flexible working) Salary: c 80k- 90k (DOE) basic plus competitive benefits package Company & Project: A highly-regarded multi-disciplinary consultancy on the outskirts of Cambridge with a reputation in the local area which spans decades. The business combines deep-rooted heritage in the Cambridgeshire market with a robust future focused on innovation. Their Cambridgeshire office is currently recruiting for an Associate Director level Quantity Surveyor to join their Residential sector team. This position is to be a key member of the senior team, mentoring other surveyors and trainees. With one of the highest staff retention rates in the local area and a team of 15+ quantity surveyors, this consultancy is renowned for internal promotion; many of the current leadership team began their journey here as trainees, proving their commitment to long-term career investment. Duties & Responsibilities: Project Leadership: Take full ownership of high-profile Residential sector projects (values c 5m- 40m+) from initial feasibility through to final handover. Execute comprehensive quantity surveying and employer's agent duties, including sophisticated cost planning, pre-contract tenders, and expert contract administration (predominantly JCT and Design & Build). Managing Section 106 (S106) agreements: Quantify financial contributions for local infrastructure, Draft economic viability assessments, Monitor construction milestones to ensure legal compliance payments are made on time, Estimate the exact delivery costs of on-site community assets like affordable housing units, Audit completed public infrastructure. Working for Investment Partnership clients: Build detailed cash flow models to calculate internal rate of return for partners, Audit the financial health, land titles, and cost histories of potential investment partners, Draft commercial frameworks that fairly distribute financial risks between public and private partners, Establish transparent tendering rules that satisfy public procurement laws and private speed needs. Act as a primary point of contact for key clients, managing expectations and fostering long-term relationships through excellent communication. Play a fundamental role in the senior management team by mentoring, guiding, and developing junior surveyors and trainees. Desirable Experience: Previous experience within the Residential sectors is highly desirable. Proven track record at Senior Quantity Surveyor or Associate level within a private practice or cost consultancy. Exceptional client-facing capabilities with the confidence to lead complex project meetings. MRICS Chartership is preferred, though candidates with equivalent experience will be considered. Previous Roles: Senior Quantity Surveyor, Associate Director, MRICS Surveyor, Cost Manager, Employer's Agent, Associate or Principal Cost Consultant. Qualifications: BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management or Building Surveying. MRICS desirable but not essential Application Process: If you would like more information on this Associate Director position please contact Jess Quinn. Applications will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.

Trainee Estimator South Staffs Groundworks & Civil Engineering Full Training & Career Development Start your construction career with one of the UK's leading groundworks and civil engineering contractors. We're recruiting on behalf of a highly successful and well-established civil engineering and groundworks contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering large-scale residential infrastructure projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, our client is looking to appoint a Trainee Estimator to join their commercial team based in South Staffs . This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within estimating. Whether you're a college leaver, graduate or already working within construction, our client is looking for attitude, enthusiasm and the willingness to learn above all else. You'll receive full training, ongoing mentoring and the opportunity to work alongside experienced estimators on major residential groundworks and civil engineering schemes for some of the UK's leading housebuilders. The Role As part of an experienced estimating team, you'll learn how to prepare competitive tenders, measure quantities, review drawings and specifications, obtain supplier and subcontractor quotations, produce cost comparisons, assist with bid submissions and develop a strong understanding of commercial construction, groundworks and civil engineering projects from enquiry through to contract award. About You We're looking for someone who is ambitious, motivated and eager to develop a successful career within construction. Ideally you'll have: A genuine interest in construction or civil engineering. Strong numerical, analytical and IT skills (Microsoft Excel). Excellent communication, organisation and attention to detail. A proactive attitude, willingness to learn and the ability to work as part of a team. A full UK Driving Licence (or be working towards obtaining one). Applications are welcomed from: Construction, Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering graduates. HNC/HND Construction students, college or school leavers with strong Maths. Trainee or Assistant Quantity Surveyors, or candidates already working within construction looking to move into estimating. What's On Offer? Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Full training, mentoring and structured career development. Exposure to major residential groundworks and civil engineering projects. Long-term career progression with a financially secure and growing contractor. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a market-leading contractor that genuinely invests in developing its people. If you're looking for a business where you can learn, grow and build a long-term career, we'd love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion or to apply, please send your CV today. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence by the recruiting consultant.

My Client a leading Rail contractor and provides design and build services to clients in the rail and transportation sector. They are currently seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their team due to a strong pipeline of work. This opportunity offer a clear career path as well the opportunity to become chartered. Location: Hatfield + hybrid working (3 days in the office) Rate: 380- 400 per day outside 1r35 Due to significant growth, my client is looking to add a Quantity Surveyor to their team to work on a number of multidisciplinary rail projects across the UK. Please note, my client is open to Quantity Surveyors of all levels, so please still apply if you are an Assistant or Trainee Quantity Surveyor. Requirements: Experience working on rail projects Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management 2-3 years experience as a Quantity Surveyor Full UK driving license

My Client a leading Rail contractor and provides design and build services to clients in the rail and transportation sector. They are currently seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their team due to a strong pipeline of work. This opportunity offer a clear career path as well the opportunity to become chartered. Location: Hatfield + hybrid working (3 days in the office) Rate: 380- 400 per day outside 1r35 Due to significant growth, my client is looking to add a Quantity Surveyor to their team to work on a number of multidisciplinary rail projects across the UK. Please note, my client is open to Quantity Surveyors of all levels, so please still apply if you are an Assistant or Trainee Quantity Surveyor. Requirements: Experience working on rail projects Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management 2-3 years experience as a Quantity Surveyor Full UK driving license