Assistant Estimator £35,000 - £55,000 + Package Bermondsey, London

The Opportunity We're looking for an Assistant Estimator to join a long-established main contractor based in Bermondsey. This is a fantastic chance for someone early in their career to develop quickly by working directly alongside the MD and senior commercial team, gaining hands-on mentorship and a clear progression pathway. The company delivers projects across a wide range of sectors — education, residential, social housing, heritage, commercial, public buildings, and healthcare — offering exposure to technically challenging and varied work.

You'll need some prior estimating experience (either with a main contractor, sub-contractor, or even from a project management role where you've worked on costs and tenders). A degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or Engineering would be beneficial but isn't essential — the key is the right attitude, attention to detail, and ambition to grow into a fully-fledged Estimator.

About the Role - What You'll Be Doing This is a unique opportunity for an Assistant Estimator to join an established contractor offering long-term career development and direct exposure to senior leadership. Working from the Bermondsey head office, you'll shadow the MD and senior team members, gaining invaluable hands-on experience and learning the company's way of working.

In this role, you will:

Support Tenders: Assist in preparing and pricing submissions across a variety of sectors, including heritage and healthcare. Learn from the Best: Work closely with directors, gaining insight into strategy, pricing, and winning work. Develop Expertise: Build a deep understanding of multiple sectors, from residential schemes through to sensitive heritage refurbishments. Contribute to Success: Play a key role in the pre-construction process, helping to secure projects typically valued between £1m - £15m. Grow Professionally: Follow a structured progression plan supported by mentorship, training, and real responsibility. About the Company - Where You'll Be Working This is a contractor with decades of history and a reputation for delivering challenging projects across a range of sectors: education, residential, social housing, heritage, commercial, public buildings, and healthcare. Known for combining technical expertise with a personal, collaborative approach, the business offers both stability and genuine long-term career prospects.

Requirements & Rewards - What You Need, and What You'll Get Back The ideal candidate will bring:

Some estimating experience (main contractor, sub-contractor, or PM background with exposure to tenders). A strong work ethic and eagerness to learn. Good communication and analytical skills. A degree or HNC/HND in a construction-related field (desirable but not essential). Rewards:

£35,000 - £55,000 starting salary with a fantastic package Office-based in Bermondsey with direct access to senior leadership Long-term career progression and structured development Opportunity to progress into a highly sought after role.  To Apply, please do one of the following:

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Not sure if it's the perfect fit? No problem—get in touch and we'll talk it through. I'll always give you honest advice