Estimator - Bespoke Joinery & Cabinet Makers

Mitchell Maguire; Colkirk; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A bespoke furniture manufacturer in the UK is seeking an experienced Estimator - Bespoke Joinery & Cabinet Makers. You will prepare detailed estimates for bespoke furniture projects, support commercial enquiries, and ensure communication between departments. The ideal candidate has experience in bespoke furniture or joinery, strong communication skills, and the ability to read technical drawings. This role offers a remuneration of £40,000 - £50,000.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator in bespoke furniture or joinery market.
• Communication skills both written and verbal.
• Logical thinker with excellent numeracy skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for bespoke furniture projects.
• Act as the main point of contact for commercial enquiries.
• Attend project handover meetings for project understanding.

Skills

Experience as an Estimator

Ability to read technical drawings

Good communication skills

Logical thinking

Numeracy skills

Team player

Job description

Estimator - Bespoke Joinery & Cabinet Makers

Job Title: Estimator - Bespoke Joinery & Cabinet Makers

Job reference Number: (phone number removed)

Industry Sector: Manufacturing, Main Contractors, Specifiers, Architects, Bespoke Joinery, Bespoke Furniture, Bedroom Furniture, Waterproof Wood, Bespoke Kitchens, Bespoke Bathrooms, Loose Furniture, Estimator, Estimating, Furniture

Location: Commutable to Fakenham

Remuneration: £40,000 - £50,000

Role Overview

The role of the Estimator - Bespoke Joinery & Cabinet Makers will involve:

• Estimator position promoting a manufactured range of bespoke high end furniture and joinery
• Supporting with the preparation of detailed estimates for the design, manufacture and installation of bespoke furniture
• Acting as the main point of contact for commercial enquiries internally and for clients
• Producing detailed cost estimates that fulfil customer requirements
• Prioritise own workload and communicate well with other departments to ensure all deadlines are met, in line with quality expectations
• Attend project handover meetings to gain an in-depth understanding of projects
• Identifying, pricing and submitting variations for approval
• Project valuations and final account
• Valuing work in progress and submitting to clients

Ideal Applicant

The ideal applicant will be an Estimator - Bespoke Joinery & Cabinet Makers with:

• Must have experience as an Estimator within the bespoke furniture or joinery market sector OR as a Cabinet Maker looking to take a step off the tools
• Ideally will have some estimating experience however this can be trained
• Must be able to read technical drawings
• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Logical thinker with excellent numeracy skills
• Robust, positive outlook and team player