Estimator / Manager in Reading, Berkshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Reading; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL is partnering with a Reading-based contractor to recruit an Estimator / Commercial Manager. The role focuses on tendering and commercial delivery for interior fit-out projects in the UK.

Ideal candidates will have strong estimating experience, cost control and client liaison skills, with a track record in commercial interiors and refurbishment. Location: Reading area with UK travel.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in construction estimating and commercial management.
• Background in commercial interiors, fit-out or refurbishment.
• Strong understanding of costs, tendering and project delivery.
• Excellent Excel skills and ability to take-off from drawings.
• Experience managing budgets and commercial performance.
• Strong negotiation and client-facing skills.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs and project requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; MS Project beneficial.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and live projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and prepare tenders, quotations and cost estimates for interior fit-out projects.
• Review drawings and tender docs to establish project costs.
• Carry out site surveys and measurements to support estimating.
• Prepare detailed estimates using Excel and measurement tools.
• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors and project stakeholders.
• Support commercial negotiations and tender submissions.
• Monitor project budgets and costs throughout the lifecycle.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Ensure contractual obligations are understood and met.
• Travelling to client sites and projects across the UK as required.

Skills

Estimating

Commercial management

Tendering

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Interiors/fit-out

MS Excel

Drawing measurement tools

Tools

Drawing measurement tools

MS Project

Job description

The Opportunity

Fanatastic oppertunity for the right candidate

We are working with an established and growing specialist interior fit-out and refurbishment contractor based in the Reading area...

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Estimator / Commercial Manager to join the business and take a key role across the estimating and commercial functions.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded construction professional who understands the interiors and fit-out market and is comfortable managing projects from initial enquiry and tender stage through to commercial delivery.

The role will be predominantly based in the Reading area, with travel to client and project sites across the UK as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and prepare tenders, quotations and cost estimates for commercial interior fit-out and refurbishment projects
• Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation to accurately establish project costs
• Undertake site surveys and measurements to support the estimating process
• Use Excel spreadsheets and drawing measurement tools to prepare detailed estimates
• Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and key project stakeholders
• Support commercial negotiations and tender submissions
• Manage project budgets and monitor costs throughout the project lifecycle
• Identify potential commercial risks and opportunities
• Ensure contractual obligations and client requirements are understood and adhered to
• Monitor project programmes, timelines and commercial deliverables
• Maintain accurate records of contracts, variations and commercial correspondence
• Work closely with project and contracts teams to ensure projects are delivered successfully and profitably
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and the wider supply chain

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone with proven experience within construction, ideally from a commercial interiors, fit-out or refurbishment background.

You may currently be working as an Estimator, Senior Estimator, Commercial Manager, Quantity Surveyor or in a combined estimating/commercial position.

You should have:

• Strong estimating and commercial management experience
• Previous experience within commercial fit-out, interiors or refurbishment
• A good understanding of construction costs, tendering and project delivery
• Strong Excel skills and experience using drawing measurement or take-off tools
• Experience managing budgets, costs and commercial performance
• Strong negotiation and client-facing skills
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• The ability to interpret drawings, specifications and project requirements
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with MS Project would be beneficial
• The ability to manage multiple tenders and live projects simultaneously

Candidates should ideally live within a reasonable commuting distance of Reading and be comfortable travelling to customer and project sites nationwide when required