Estimator

Fawkes & Reece; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fit-out contractor in Huddersfield is seeking an experienced Fit Out Estimator. You will produce project estimates, manage procurement, and ensure project budgets are maintained. The ideal candidate has a strong knowledge of construction materials and costs and experience in the commercial interior design sector. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a car allowance and health care plan.

Benefits

Salary up to £55,000 DOE

Car allowance

28 days holiday

Health Care Plan

Office based with flexibility for hybrid working

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator or Quantity Surveyor in commercial interior design.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, methods, and costs.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Produce project estimates from enquiries received.
• Generate a scope of works or use client's schedules.
• Manage multiple tenders from various clients simultaneously.
• Develop and maintain good client relationships.

Skills

Estimating skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Fit Out Estimator looking for a fresh new challenge within an environment you can thrive and develop?

Fawkes & Reece are proud to be partnered with a leading high end specialist fit out contractor who deliver a range of bespoke joinery manufacturing and shopfitting services to provide turn key solutions. You will be working across an array of sectors partnered with leading global companies.

The role of a Fit Out Estimator

The key responsibilities of the role are to produce project estimates from enquiries received and leading the procurement of materials and trades for projects won. The role works closely with our Commercial Manager, Joinery Estimator, Project Managers and our supplier / subcontractor database, to produce detailed quotations, raise purchase orders, manage project budgets, and approve supplier invoices, ensuring that company margins are maintained, and project timescales met.

Duties of a Fit Out Estimator

• Receiving and reviewing initial tender enquiries from new and existing clients
• Obtaining quotes from supply chain for sub-contractors and suppliers
• The ability to generate a scope of works or use client\'s schedules
• Calculate in-house material, labour and prelims costs
• Compile final tenders and submit to deadlines
• Answering post tender queries
• Attend on-site or virtual meetings as required
• Ability to manage multiple tenders from various clients at the same time
• Carry out negotiations with sub-contract trades to achieve best cost value
• When projects are won, managing the ordering process to sub-contractors and material suppliers
• Generating cost updates as projects progress
• Generating interim valuations and invoices
• Compiling final accounts and agreeing with clients
• Post project analysis of costs against budgets
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with clients, sub-contractors and suppliers
• Identify new opportunities with prospective markets and clients

Requirements of a Fit Out Estimator

• Proven experience as an Estimator or Quantity Surveyor in the commercial interior design and fit-out sector
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, methods, and costs
• Proficient in using industry-standard estimating software and tools
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate clearly with various stakeholders
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Knowledge of relevant building codes and regulations
• Experience of developing relationships with new clients

Benefits for a Fit Out Estimator

• Salary up to £55,000 DOE
• Car allowance
• Mobile Phone / Laptop (inc personal use)
• 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays. (Increases by 1 day per full years\' service, up to a maximum of 33 days including bank holidays)
• Additional day off on your birthday
• Workplace Pension
• Health Care Plan
• Employee Benefits platform offering discounts and access to a range of services
• Office based role with flexibility for hybrid working

How to apply?

Contact Alex Cocker at our Sheffield office on 0114 213 0900 (Option 3) or [e-mail]