Fit-Out Estimator

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Fit-Out Estimator for refurbishment projects in the education and healthcare sectors. The ideal candidate will produce accurate tenders, develop cost plans and support project delivery in a fast-paced environment. Offering a salary of £65,000 plus benefits, this role suits an ambitious professional eager to work on high-profile projects in a collaborative setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Pension

Private healthcare

Career progression

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.

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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Qualification in Construction, Quantity Surveying, Estimating or equivalent

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 be responsible for producing accurate and competitive tenders, reviewing project specifications and supporting the pre‑construction team to ensure profitable and successful project delivery.

Responsibilities will include:

• 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.
• 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.

What you will need to succeed:

• 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.

What you get in return:

• 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.

About the Recruiter

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Equal Opportunity Statement

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