Estimator | Commercial Fit-Out | Birmingham
Joshua Robert are proud to be partnering with a fast-growing Birmingham-based design and build contractor to recruit an Estimator to join their growing commercial team.
Want to price exciting projects, work closely with designers and project managers, and play a key role in winning new business?
This is a great opportunity to join an ambitious, design-led contractor delivering some of Birmingham's most recognisable restaurants, bars, workplaces and heritage refurbishments.
Our client is looking for an Estimator to support the pricing and tendering of commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects, typically valued up to £500k.
You'll be involved from the early stages of a project, reviewing drawings and specifications, carrying out take-offs, obtaining subcontractor and supplier quotations, and building accurate, competitive tenders.
Working closely with the Project Managers and in-house design team, you'll play an important role in ensuring projects are priced commercially, accurately and with a strong understanding of the scope and risks involved.
What you'll be doing:
Preparing estimates and pricing tenders for commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects up to £500k.
Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation to establish project scope.
Carrying out detailed quantity take-offs and material measurements.
Obtaining and assessing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
Building up accurate cost plans, estimates and tender submissions.
Identifying potential commercial risks, cost savings and opportunities.
Liaising with Project Managers, designers and suppliers to clarify project requirements.
Supporting the commercial team with cost tracking, variations and project budgets where required. What you'll bring:
Previous experience in an Estimating, Quantity Surveying or commercial role within construction.
Ideally, experience in commercial fit-out, interiors or refurbishment.
Alternatively, a construction-related degree or HNC/HND with a strong interest in developing an estimating career.
Confident reading construction drawings and specifications.
Good understanding of quantity take-offs and construction costs.
Competent with Microsoft Excel and estimating software.
Strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail.
An organised, proactive approach with good communication skills.
Able to commute to Birmingham. What's on offer:
The opportunity to price a varied portfolio of exciting Birmingham projects.
Exposure to projects from initial tender through to delivery.
Close collaboration with an experienced team of Project Managers and designers.
A growing business offering genuine opportunities for career progression.
A hands-on role where your contribution will have a direct impact on winning work.
Salary and benefits to be confirmed. If you're an Estimator looking for your next opportunity within a growing, design-led fit-out contractor, we'd love to hear from you.
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