Estimating Assistant

Company: Heron Bros Ltd
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Location: Magherafelt
Job Description:

Job Title: Estimating Assistant Maternity CoverReporting To: Estimating ManagerPurpose: Assisting the Estimating Team with compiling cost estimates.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assess material, labour, and plant requirements.
  • Prepare correspondence to various parties for obtaining estimates.
  • Liaise with sub-contractors and suppliers to obtain package estimates.
  • Review and assess tenders, ensuring all tender documents are received and correct.
  • Resolve cost discrepancies by collecting and analysing information.
  • Plan and organise work efficiently to meet project deadlines.
  • Work in accordance with company Integrated Management System standards.
  • Prepare relevant reports.
  • Update information as required.
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending training.
  • Represent and implement an excellent Public Relations and professional image of HBL to clients, design teams, the general public, and within HBL.
  • Undertake other tasks as and when required.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Job Title: Estimating Assistant Maternity Cover

CriteriaEssential:

  • Good educational attainment, including minimum GCSE/equivalent in Mathematics & English.
  • At least one year of employment gained in accounts or a construction role.
  • Excellent IT skills and working experience on a range of IT packages.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage deadlines.

Desirable:

  • Minimum HND qualification in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying, or another construction-related discipline.

Closing Date: Friday 18th September 2026

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Posted: September 14th, 2026