Assistant Estimator

Location:

Newcastle Upon Tyne (NE5) – Tyne and Wear, North East, United Kingdom

Salary:

£30000 – £35000 per annum

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Construction Jobs

Other Industries & Skills:

Building

Advertiser:

Randstad

Job ID:

132721210

Posted On:

23 February 2026

As an Entry-Level Estimator, you’ll be the bridge between a blueprint and a finished home. You will support our senior team in determining the costs of materials, labor, and time required for our residential projects.

Perform Take-offs: Quantify materials (lumber, drywall, flooring, etc.) from architectural drawings.
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Vendor Liaison: Communicate with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive and accurate quotes.
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Data Management: Assist in maintaining our pricing database to ensure our bids remain sharp and current.
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Project Collaboration: Work closely with Project Managers to ensure the transition from “estimated cost” to “actual build” is seamless.
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Site Visits: Occasionally head out to active sites to see how your estimates translate to the real world.

What You Bring to the Table

You don’t need a decade of experience, but you do need a solid foundation:
AttributeWhat We’re Looking For
EducationDegree or Diploma in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience).
MindsetAn “eagle eye” for detail. You’re the person who catches the missing decimal point.
Tech SavvyComfortable with Excel and a quick learner of estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam, Stack, or Planswift).
CommunicationAbility to talk to a site foreman just as easily as a corporate supplier.

Why Join Us?

Mentorship: You won’t be thrown into the deep end. You’ll work directly under seasoned pros who want to see you succeed.
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Career Path: We believe in promoting from within. This role is a gateway to Senior Estimating or Project Management.
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Culture: We work hard, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. Expect a supportive environment and the occasional team BBQ.
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Competitive Package: Salary starting at a fair market rate with health benefits and paid time off.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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