Estimator

Streamline Search Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growing interiors business

Diverse project portfolio

Career development

Supportive environment

Growth contributions

Job summary

Streamline Search Limited in Bristol is seeking an experienced Estimator to deliver accurate cost estimates and competitive tenders for interior fit-out, refurbishment and construction projects. You will work with commercial and operational teams, interpret drawings and specs, obtain quotes from suppliers, and ensure tenders are submitted on time.

This full-time role offers a supportive environment and a clear path for career progression.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as an Estimator in construction or interiors
• Experience pricing commercial interior fit-out and refurbishment projects
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials and costs
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
• Experience undertaking take-offs and preparing cost breakdowns
• Confident negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and competitive estimates for interior fit-out and refurbishment projects.
• Review and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, tender documents and bills of quantities.
• Undertake detailed take-offs and measurements to establish material, labour and subcontractor costs.
• Obtain, analyse and negotiate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identify potential project risks, commercial opportunities and cost-saving measures.
• Prepare tender submissions, pricing schedules and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal project teams throughout the tender process.
• Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings where required.
• Monitor market rates and maintain up-to-date cost information.
• Support the commercial team during handovers from estimating to project delivery.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Reading drawings

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent work

Job description

Position- Estimator

Location- Bristol

Contract- Full Time (37.5 hrs a week)

We are working with an established interiors contractor specialising in delivering high-quality interior construction and refurbishment projects is looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to support its continued growth.

The Role

The company is seeking a motivated and commercially minded Estimator to join its team in Bristol. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates and tenders for a variety of interior fit-out, refurbishment and construction projects. Working closely with the commercial and operational teams, you will play an important role in assessing project requirements, identifying costs, obtaining subcontractor and supplier quotations, and ensuring tenders are submitted accurately and within deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and competitive estimates for commercial interior fit-out and refurbishment projects.
• Review and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, tender documents and bills of quantities.
• Undertake detailed take-offs and measurements to establish material, labour and subcontractor costs.
• Obtain, analyse and negotiate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identify potential project risks, commercial opportunities and cost-saving measures.
• Prepare tender submissions, pricing schedules and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal project teams throughout the tender process.
• Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings where required.
• Monitor market rates and maintain up-to-date cost information.
• Support the commercial team during handovers from estimating to project delivery.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working as an Estimator within the construction or interiors sector.
• Experience pricing commercial interior fit-out and refurbishment projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials and associated costs.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience undertaking take-offs and preparing detailed cost breakdowns.
• Confident negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational, communication and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tenders simultaneously.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Opportunity to join an established and growing interiors business.
• Varied portfolio of commercial interior projects.
• Long-term career development opportunities.
• Supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to make a positive contribution to the company's continued growth.

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