Estimator - Office & Warehouse Fit Out

Eden Brown; Tonbridge; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction contractor based in Kent is seeking a skilled Estimator for commercial fit-out projects, offering a salary of up to £70,000 depending on experience. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years in fit-out, refurbishment, and a strong understanding of CAT A and CAT B projects. Responsibilities include preparing cost plans, managing tenders, and collaborating with teams. This role provides the chance to work in a supportive environment with hybrid flexibility based on project requirements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity for progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as an Estimator in fit-out or refurbishment.
• Strong background in CAT A and CAT B fit-out projects.
• Proven ability to produce tenders and cost plans.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost plans and tender submissions for fit-out projects.
• Analyse drawings and identify risks and opportunities.
• Manage subcontractor enquiries and negotiate best-value packages.
• Attend site visits for technical and commercial evaluations.
• Build tender programmes and maintain supply-chain relationships.

Skills

Cost plans preparation

Tender management

Negotiation skills

Subcontractor assessment

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Estimating software proficiency

Tools

Excel

Bluebeam

Job description

Estimator - Commercial Fit Out (CAT A, CAT B, Warehouse)

Kent-Based Preferred Up to 70,000 + Package

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join a growing design & build interiors contractor delivering high-quality CAT A, CAT B, and warehouse fit-out projects across London and the South East. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious estimator who wants to take ownership of tenders, contribute to a busy preconstruction function, and work on varied, design-led commercial schemes.

The ideal candidate will be Kent-based or within commutable distance, with experience working for a fit-out, refurbishment or interiors contractor, and confident managing tenders from initial enquiry through to submission.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost plans, BOQs, take-offs and tender submissions across CAT A, CAT B and warehouse fit-out projects.

• Analyse drawings, specifications and employer's requirements to identify risks, opportunities and value-engineering solutions.

• Manage subcontractor enquiries, assess quotations and negotiate best-value packages.

• Build tender programmes and ensure all commercial documentation is accurate, compliant, and submitted on time.

• Attend site visits, surveys and pre-start meetings to assist with technical and commercial evaluation.

• Work closely with designers, PMs and commercial teams to ensure alignment between design intent and budget.

• Maintain and develop relationships with key supply-chain partners.

• Support handover to delivery teams post-award, providing clear cost breakdowns and commercial clarity.

• Contribute to internal pricing libraries and estimating process improvements.

Experience & Skills Required

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience as an Estimator within fit out, interiors, refurbishment, or related specialist subcontracting.

• Strong background in CAT A, CAT B and/or warehouse fit-out projects.

• Confident producing cost plans, take-offs, tenders and supporting technical bids.

• Solid understanding of subcontractor packages: partitions, ceilings, joinery, M&E interfaces, finishes, etc.

• Excellent commercial awareness and ability to work to tight tender deadlines.

• Strong negotiation and supply-chain management skills.

• Proficient in estimating software, Excel and digital measurement tools (e.g., Bluebeam).

• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, detail-driven approach.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to 70,000 depending on experience

• Opportunity to join a well-established fit-out contractor with a strong project pipelinep>

• Varied commercial projects including offices, creative workspaces and warehouse conversions

• Supportive, professional team environment with autonomy and progression

• Kent-based office with hybrid flexibility depending on project requirements

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.