Estimator

Reinforced Recruitment LTD; Stafford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Reinforced Recruitment LTD in Stafford are seeking an Estimator to join a specialist joinery subcontractor. You will review drawings and tender documents, prepare take-offs and cost estimates, and coordinate with suppliers and the commercial team.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to manage multiple tenders, and experience with subcontractor packages such as washrooms or joinery. Stafford-based opportunity with potential for process-driven tender submissions.

Qualifications

• Subcontractor tendering experience required.
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Experience with cost breakdowns and tender submissions.
• Ability to identify commercial risks.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications and tender documents.
• Complete take-offs and prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Obtain and compare supplier quotations.
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions and commercial risks.
• Prepare tender submissions and respond to enquiries.
• Support project handovers to the delivery team.

Skills

Tendering experience

Interpreting drawings

Cost estimation

Supplier liaison

Attention to detail

Job description

Estimator - Specialist Subcontractor

Location: Stafford

We're recruiting an Estimator to join a specialist joinery subcontractor based in Stafford. This opportunity would suit someone with subcontractor experience who enjoys preparing competitive tenders and working closely with clients, suppliers and commercial teams.

The Role

As an Estimator, your responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documents.
• Completing take-offs and preparing detailed cost estimates.
• Obtaining and comparing supplier quotations.
• Identifying scope gaps, exclusions and commercial risks.
• Preparing tender submissions and responding to enquiries.
• Supporting project handovers to the delivery team.

About You

The successful Estimator will have previous experience working for a construction subcontractor, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tender deadlines.

Experience as an Estimator within washrooms, fit-out, joinery or a related specialist package would be particularly relevant. You should be confident interpreting technical drawings, communicating with suppliers and producing accurate cost breakdowns.

If you're an Estimator looking for your next opportunity in Stafford, we'd like to hear from you.