Estimator - Fit Out

Artisan Recruitment Group Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Fit Out Estimator for a permanent role in Hampshire. The successful candidate will prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial fit out projects while collaborating with various teams. Ideal applicants should have proven experience within the construction sector, proficiency in estimating software, and strong attention to detail. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and the chance to work on high-quality projects with a supportive team.

Benefits

Long-term career progression

Supportive, close-knit team

Opportunity to work on high-quality projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Fit Out Estimator within the construction or interiors sector.
• Strong understanding of fit out packages including drylining and finishes.
• Ability to prepare cost estimates from first principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive tenders for commercial fit out projects.
• Take off quantities from drawings and specifications.
• Analyze tender documents and schedules.

Skills

Proven experience as a Fit Out Estimator

Strong understanding of fit out packages

Ability to price from first principles

Confident working with drawings and specifications

Strong commercial awareness

Proficient with estimating software and Excel

Job description

Fit Out Estimator

📍 Hampshire (Office / Hybrid options available)

💼 Permanent | Full-Time

💰 Competitive salary + package

Artisan Recruit are working in partnership with a well-established and growing contractor to recruit an experienced Fit Out Estimator. This is a permanent opportunity with a strong pipeline of secured work across commercial and interior fit out projects.

The Role

As Fit Out Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders from first principles, working closely with the commercial, design and delivery teams.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing detailed cost estimates for commercial fit out projects
• Taking off quantities from drawings and specifications
• Analysing tender documents, drawings and schedules
• Obtaining and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Producing tender submissions within agreed deadlines
• Supporting value engineering and cost planning exercises
• Assisting with bid handovers to the delivery team

About You

• Proven experience as a Fit Out Estimator within the construction or interiors sector
• Strong understanding of fit out packages (drylining, ceilings, joinery, M&E interfaces, finishes)
• Ability to price from first principles
• Confident working with drawings, specifications and schedules
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Proficient with estimating software and Excel

What's On Offer

• Permanent position with long-term career progression
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Supportive, close-knit commercial team
• Consistent workflow with repeat clients
• Opportunity to work on high-quality, technically interesting projects

📞 Interested? If you're an experienced Fit Out Estimator or an Estimator looking to specialise in interiors, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.