Estimator

Doufre Construction; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Doufre Construction in London is seeking an experienced Estimator specializing in interior fit-out, glazing, partitions, or joinery. You will price high-value projects and collaborate with design and management teams to ensure accurate costings.

The role demands 5+ years in estimating, strong Excel skills, and a track record of delivering competitive bids on multi-million-pound schemes within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in interior fit-out projects.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities with internal teams and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for high-value interior fit-out projects (glazing, partitions & joinery).
• Collaborate with project management and design teams to ensure pricing aligns with specifications.
• Analyze project requirements, identify cost drivers and build comprehensive pricing structures.
• Review tender documents, specs and drawings to understand scope.
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain quotes for accurate projections.
• Deliver detailed breakdowns and presentations to stakeholders from tender through project completion.

Skills

5+ years estimating experience

Analytical skills

Communication & negotiation

Tools

Estimating software

Excel

Job description

London, United Kingdom | Posted on 29/10/2024

Job Title: Estimator - Interior Fit Out (Glazing, Partitions & Joinery)

UK - Remote

Leading Interior Fit Out Specialist for High-End Projects

Are you an experienced Estimator with a background in high-end interior fit outs, focussing in any of the following disciplines glazing, partitions, or joinery?

Do you thrive on the challenge of pricing multi-million-pound projects to meet exacting client standards? If so, we'd love to have you join our clients team!

The ideal candidate is one who can build relationships, follow up on tenders won or lost and be proactive in their role, this is a fast paced environment with a client who offers excellent work life balance and looks after their staff.

Our client is a renowned name in the interior fit-out industry, known for delivering prestigious projects across the UK. They are seeking a talented Estimator to support their continued growth and help price and deliver projects that exceed client expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for high-value projects.
  
• Work closely with the project management and design teams to ensure accurate pricing that aligns with project specifications.
  
• Analyze project requirements, identify cost drivers, and build comprehensive pricing structures.
  
• Review tender documents, specifications, and drawings to understand project scope.
  
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers, obtaining quotes to ensure accurate cost projections.
  
• Deliver detailed breakdowns and presentations to stakeholders, supporting the team from tender through to project completion.
  

Ideal Candidate:

• 5+ years of experience in estimating within the interior fit-out sector, with a focus on.
  
• Demonstrated experience in pricing multi-million-pound high-end projects.
  
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work accurately under tight deadlines.
  
• Proficiency in estimation software and advanced skills in Excel.
  
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a collaborative approach to working with both internal teams and external partners.
  
• Sound knowledge of industry regulations and standards.
  

What They Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
  
• Professional development and growth opportunities within a leading company.
  
• Collaborative and dynamic working environment.
  

If you're a skilled estimator ready to make an impact in a high-stakes, high-reward role, we'd love to hear from you.