Assistant Estimator

RG Setsquare

Assistant Estimator – Graduate Opportunity

Are you a recent graduate in Maths, Finance, or Construction (or about to graduate)? Do you have a head for numbers, a keen eye for detail, and the ambition to kickstart your career in the construction industry?

I'm recruiting for a fantastic opportunity with a leading national housebuilder who are looking to bring in an Assistant Estimator to join their Preconstruction team in Leeds. This is a brilliant role for someone who wants to learn the ropes, gain hands-on experience, and develop into a fully-fledged Estimator with clear progression opportunities.

You'll be working closely with the Estimating Manager and a supportive team, getting involved in a wide range of activities such as:

Supporting the tendering process on exciting new build projects.

Assisting with cost analysis, benchmarking, and maintaining accurate data.

Inputting subcontractor bids and coordinating tender documents.

Learning how to review, prepare, and support bids that help secure new projects.

No prior estimating experience is required – just a relevant degree (Maths graduates especially encouraged to apply!), confidence with Microsoft Excel/Word, and a genuine enthusiasm for starting your career in construction.

What's in it for you?
This is an employer that invests in their people from day one. You'll benefit from structured training, a friendly and collaborative team, and a career pathway that will see you progress quickly if you put the work in. Alongside a competitive salary, the benefits package includes:

Performance-based bonus

26 days holiday (plus option to buy more)

Life Assurance & Pension

Private Medical Insurance

Sharesave scheme

Cycle to Work & EV scheme

Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support

Discounts portal
… and plenty more!

If you're ambitious, numerically minded, and want to build a long-term career with a respected employer in construction, this is the perfect starting point.

You must have full working rights within the UK for this role, no sponsorships offered for this role.

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy