Bespoke Joinery Estimator – Pre-Construction Lead

Strong Recruitment Group Limited; Essex; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Basildon based

Varied bespoke projects

Established contractor

Job summary

Strong Recruitment Group Limited is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their Basildon-based team. The role focuses on preparing cost estimates for bespoke joinery packages, reviewing drawings and tender enquiries, and supporting project handover after tenders are secured.

Candidates should have strong experience in bespoke joinery estimating, be capable of reading technical drawings, and possess excellent Excel and IT skills to manage multiple tenders and deadlines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years estimating experience within bespoke joinery, interiors or fit-out.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong understanding of joinery materials and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications and tender enquiries.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates for bespoke joinery packages.
• Complete material and labour take-offs.
• Obtain and assess supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Price manufacturing, installation and associated project costs.
• Liaise with clients, designers, suppliers and internal teams.
• Identify commercial risks, exclusions and value engineering opportunities.
• Support project handover once tenders are secured.

Skills

Estimating

Reading drawings

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Tender management

Excel

Tools

Excel

Job description

Strong Recruitment Group Limited is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their Basildon-based team. The role focuses on preparing cost estimates for bespoke joinery packages, reviewing drawings and tender enquiries, and supporting project handover after tenders are secured.

Candidates should have strong experience in bespoke joinery estimating, be capable of reading technical drawings, and possess excellent Excel and IT skills to manage multiple tenders and deadlines.