Building Surveyor jobs in United States

Job Title: Intermediate Estimator
Location: City of London
Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 per annum
Type: Permanent

Our client is a specialist in commercial office fit-out and refurbishment, delivering high-quality projects across London and the home counties. With a culture built on quality, safety, and sustainability, they are renowned for delivering excellence in every stage of the construction lifecycle.

We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Intermediate Estimator to join the Pre-Construction team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for Cat A and Cat B office fit-out projects, helping shape successful tender submissions and ensuring alignment with the company\'s high standards.

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, and tender submissions for commercial office fit out and refurbishment projects.
• Interpret architectural, structural, and M&E drawings to ensure full scope coverage.
• Manage estimating workflows: tender reviews, material take-offs, subcontractor pricing, and commercial submissions.
• Support bid strategy discussions with colleagues across Pre-Construction, Technical Services, and Commercial teams.
• Work with supply chain partners to source competitive and compliant pricing.
• Provide value engineering input and cost-saving recommendations without compromising quality or compliance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accuracy across procurement, programming, and construction plans.
• Contribute to post-tender reviews, sharing insights to refine future estimates.

• 5-7 years\' experience in estimating fit-out or refurbishment projects within the commercial office sector.
• Solid knowledge of Cat A and Cat B fit-out works and M&E installations.
• Strong understanding of the full estimating lifecycle: measuring, bidding, subcontractor management, and cost control.
• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., CostX, Bluebeam, Estimator) and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent numerical accuracy, attention to detail, and commercial awareness.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Team player who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Professional qualifications such as MRICS/ACostE or a degree in Quantity Surveying/Construction Management.
• Experience with project management software (e.g., Procore, 1Breadcrumb).

• Competitive salary of £65,000 - £70,000 per annum.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile office fit-out projects in Central London.
• Join a boutique, collaborative team with direct access to senior leadership and excellent opportunities for career progression.

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