Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Deanhouse Interiors; Denby Dale; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in England is seeking an experienced Estimator or Quantity Surveyor. This role focuses on producing project estimates from client enquiries and managing procurement processes. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in the fit-out sector and a strong understanding of construction costs and materials. Offering a salary range of £30,000 to £55,000 plus additional benefits, this office-based position includes flexibility for hybrid work.

Benefits

Car allowance

Mobile Phone / Laptop

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Workplace Pension

Health Care Cash Plan

Death in Service cover

Employee Benefits platform

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience as an Estimator or Quantity Surveyor in the UK fit-out sector.
• Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and costs is essential.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Produce project estimates based on client tenders.
• Manage procurement of materials and trades.
• Compile final tenders submit to client deadlines.
• Provide expert guidance on project budget feasibility.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and suppliers.

Skills

Strong knowledge of construction materials

Excellent analytical skills

Ability to communicate clearly

Strong attention to detail

Proficient in estimating software

Tools

Industry-standard estimating software

Job description

Job Purpose

The key responsibilities of the role are to produce project estimates from enquiries received and leading the procurement of materials and trades for secured projects. The role will involve working in a fast paced environment to deliver projects ranging from £20,000 up to £5m. You will work closely with our entire team and our supply chain to produce detailed quotations, raise purchase orders, manage project budgets and approve supplier invoices, whilst ensuring that company margins are maintained and project timescales met.

What's on offer

• £30,000-£55,000 (negotiable DOE)
• Car allowance
• Mobile Phone / Laptop (inc personal use)
• 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays. (Increases by 1 day per full years' service, up to a maximum of 33 days including bank holidays)
• Workplace Pension
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Death in Service cover
• Employee Benefits platform offering discounts and access to a range of services
• Office based role with flexibility for hybrid working

Primary Responsibilities

• Receiving and reviewing initial tender enquiries from new and existing clients
• Generating a scope of works based on tender documentation, client’s schedules or through site visits
• Providing expert guidance on project budget feasibility at early stages
• Produce quotations based on anticipated labour and material costs
• Obtaining quotes from supply chain for sub-contractors and suppliers, and confidently addressing tender queries
• Compile final tenders and submit to client deadlines
• Answering post tender queries from clients, along with undertaking value engineering exercises and contract sum negotiations
• Ability to manage multiple tenders from various clients at the same time
• Carry out negotiations with sub-contract trades to achieve best cost value
• Acting as Commercial Lead on secured projects, through managing the ordering process to sub-contractors and material suppliers
• Generating cost updates as projects progress, submitting interim valuations and compiling final accounts for client approval
• Produce post project cost analysis for internal review
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with clients, sub-contractors and suppliers
• Identify new opportunities with prospective markets and clients

Experience

• Ideally a minimum of 3 years experience as a self managing Estimator or Quantity Surveyor in the UK fit-out sector, although we are open to other candidates with similar relevant experience
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, methods, and costs
• Proficient in using industry-standard estimating software and tools
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate clearly with various stakeholders