Fit-Out Estimator

Building Careers UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Manchester is looking for a Fit-Out Estimator specializing in education and healthcare refurbishment projects. The ideal candidate will prepare detailed estimates and manage multiple bids while ensuring project profitability. This role offers a competitive salary of £65,000 plus an attractive benefits package including a car allowance and private healthcare, within a collaborative environment supporting career progression.

Benefits

Car allowance

Pension

Private healthcare

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Fit-Out or Construction Estimator within education and healthcare refurbishment projects.
• Experience estimating projects valued up to 10 million.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, contracts, and cost control.
• Confident in managing multiple bids under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Preparing accurate estimates and tender submissions for education and healthcare refurbishment projects.
• Analysing drawings, specifications, and client requirements to develop comprehensive cost plans.
• Identifying risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions to maximise project profitability.
• Liaising with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and manage quotations.
• Ensuring compliance with procurement processes and standard forms of contract.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical analysis

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Relevant qualification in Construction, Quantity Surveying, or Estimating

Job description

Fit-Out Estimator - Education & Healthcare Refurbishment

65,000 plus package - Manchester

Your new company

A well-established contractor operating across the North West, specialising in fit‑out and refurbishment projects for the education and healthcare sectors. Known for delivering projects up to 10 million, the business has a strong reputation for quality, professionalism, and collaboration, offering opportunities to work on high‑profile schemes in a supportive and ambitious environment.

Your new role

Our client is seeking an experienced Fit‑Out Estimator to focus exclusively on refurbishment projects within the education and healthcare sectors. You will produce accurate and competitive tenders, review project specifications, and support the pre‑construction team to ensure profitable and successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Preparing accurate estimates and tender submissions for education and health‑care refurbishment projects.
• Analysing drawings, specifications, and client requirements to develop comprehensive cost plans.
• Identifying risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions to maximise project profitability.
• Liaising with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and manage quotations.
• Ensuring compliance with procurement processes and standard forms of contract.
• Supporting senior management with bid presentations and client negotiations.
• Working closely with project delivery teams to ensure seamless handover and cost control.
• Maintaining a database of costs, rates, and historical project information to improve estimating accuracy.

Required qualifications

• Proven experience as a Fit‑Out or Construction Estimator within education and healthcare refurbishment projects.
• Experience estimating projects valued up to 10 million.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, contracts, and cost control.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Confident in managing multiple bids under tight deadlines.
• Effective communicator with strong negotiation skills.
• Relevant qualification in Construction, Quantity Surveying, Estimating, or equivalent.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of 65,000 per annum.
• Attractive benefits package including car allowance, pension, and private healthcare.
• The opportunity to work on high‑profile refurbishment projects in education and healthcare.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment with clear career progression.
• The chance to be part of a respected contractor with a strong reputation for quality and professionalism.

This role is ideal for an ambitious Estimator looking to focus on the education and healthcare refurbishment sectors, working on challenging and rewarding projects within a thriving North West contractor.

Apply

If you're interested in this opportunity, please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.

Please note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.