Education & Healthcare Fit-Out Estimator – Refurbishment

Building Careers UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Manchester is looking for a Fit-Out Estimator specializing in education and healthcare refurbishment projects. The ideal candidate will prepare detailed estimates and manage multiple bids while ensuring project profitability. This role offers a competitive salary of £65,000 plus an attractive benefits package including a car allowance and private healthcare, within a collaborative environment supporting career progression.

Benefits

Car allowance

Pension

Private healthcare

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Fit-Out or Construction Estimator within education and healthcare refurbishment projects.
• Experience estimating projects valued up to 10 million.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, contracts, and cost control.
• Confident in managing multiple bids under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Preparing accurate estimates and tender submissions for education and healthcare refurbishment projects.
• Analysing drawings, specifications, and client requirements to develop comprehensive cost plans.
• Identifying risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions to maximise project profitability.
• Liaising with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and manage quotations.
• Ensuring compliance with procurement processes and standard forms of contract.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical analysis

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Relevant qualification in Construction, Quantity Surveying, or Estimating

Job description

A leading construction firm in Manchester is looking for a Fit-Out Estimator specializing in education and healthcare refurbishment projects. The ideal candidate will prepare detailed estimates and manage multiple bids while ensuring project profitability. This role offers a competitive salary of £65,000 plus an attractive benefits package including a car allowance and private healthcare, within a collaborative environment supporting career progression.