Joinery Estimator

Eximious Furniture; Hinckley and Bosworth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A bespoke furniture manufacturer in Hinckley and Bosworth is looking for a Joinery Estimator to join its commercial team. The role involves providing accurate quotes, performing site surveys, and liaising with clients to ensure project success. Candidates should have knowledge of the joinery industry, strong analytical skills, and experience in managing multiple tenders. This position requires effective communication and the ability to navigate complex projects ensuring quality and efficiency in every stage.

Qualifications

• Experience in a joinery industry estimating role.
• Strong understanding of joinery construction.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate quotes from drawings and specifications.
• Perform site surveys and take measurements.
• Communicate effectively with clients throughout the project.

Skills

Joinery construction knowledge

Analytical skills

Customer service skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work on multiple tenders

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Joinery Estimator to join our commercial team. From first point of contact to site survey and maintaining communications with the client, the role of estimator is critical to the success of every project.

Responsibilities

• Providing accurate and detailed quotes for bespoke joinery items from drawings, specifications and client instructions.
• Performing site surveys, obtaining accurate measurements, and drawing up plans to present to the site team.
• Liaising with the team on tender submissions.
• Communicating effectively with clients, ensuring expectations and practicality are balanced.
• Taking design briefs and offering value engineering solutions.
• Reviewing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Ordering materials (such as metal, glass and stone) and services as required.
• Carrying out final negotiations, tracking project variations, and compiling final accounts.
• Improving the efficiency of the process from enquiry to proposal.
• Reviewing drawings to ensure accurate reflection of the quote, identifying potential cost savings and that they remain within requirements.
• Attending and participating in production and site meetings, ensuring actions are relayed and completed.
• Issuing production orders and monitoring costs/spend.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the joinery industry in a pre-contracts/estimating role.
• A strong understanding of joinery construction.
• Familiarity with bought‑in sub‑contract suppliers.
• The ability to work on multiple tenders and quotations at any one time.
• Willingness to travel as required (UK but predominantly London based), visiting sites (CSCS card would be an advantage).
• A flexible, self‑starter approach with the ability to prioritise.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• An understanding of CAD (ability to draw would be an advantage).
• Good general IT skills and knowledge of Microsoft office.

About the Company

Eximious Furniture Ltd design, manufacture and install bespoke corporate furniture and joinery. Delivering specialist joinery and fit‑out contracts, we have worked on some of the most prestigious commercial projects in London. Our commercial reputation for quality is replicated throughout our team, ensuring every project is designed, manufactured and installed with distinction.