Estimator

Bennett & Game Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A long-established employee-owned fit-out contractor in Manchester is actively seeking an Estimator to join their team. This office-based position requires candidates to prepare competitive tenders, collaborate with various teams, and conduct site visits as necessary. The company values professional development and offers a strong pipeline of work with potential bonuses through employee ownership.

Benefits

Potential for additional bonuses through employee ownership

Clear progression and development opportunities

Strong pipeline of secured work

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Estimating role within the fit-out or construction industry.
• Familiarity with fast-track project environments.
• Strong communication skills and willing to attend site visits.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit tenders for fit-out and refurbishment projects.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to gather project requirements.
• Assist in value engineering and budgeting exercises.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

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Our client, a long-established employee-owned fit-out contractor with over 90 years of experience, is currently looking to recruit an Estimator to join their team. Based in the Manchester area, the company specialises in delivering high-quality, fast-track fit-out projects for blue-chip and high-profile clients across the retail and hospitality sectors.

This is an office-based role with site visits required as needed. The successful candidate will play a key part in preparing accurate and competitive tenders, supporting the business's continued growth and strong pipeline of work.

• Potential for additional bonuses through employee ownership
• Clear progression and development opportunities
• Strong pipeline of secured work
• Prepare and submit tenders for fit-out and refurbishment projects
• Work closely with the Contracts and Commercial teams to ensure accurate pricing and risk assessment
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to gather project requirements and cost information
• Attend site visits as required to assess project scope and site conditions
• Assist in value engineering and budgeting exercises
• Projects typically range from £10k to £500k, with durations between 1 to 10 weeks
• Based in Manchester with nationwide travel and occasional overnight stays
• Previous experience in an Estimating role within the fit-out or construction industry, shop fitting experience advantageous
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Familiarity with fast-track project environments
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to attend site visits
• Based in the North West and looking for a long-term opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected and long-standing contractor that values its people and provides genuine opportunities for development and reward.

Further details can be discussed upon request.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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