This is a hands-on estimating role within a busy, project-led business delivering bespoke manufactured solutions across joinery, metalwork and interiors.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for producing accurate, detailed estimates across a range of projects, working closely with internal teams and the supply chain.
Typical duties include:
• Reviewing tender documentation, drawings and specifications
• Building detailed costings (materials + labour across machining, joinery, fabrication, assembly etc.)
• Sending out enquiries and managing supplier/subcontractor quotes
• Analysing returns and putting together competitive tender submissions
• Supporting value engineering (VE) where possible
• Liaising with clients post-tender and during handover to delivery teams
• Working across multiple live tenders with tight deadlines
What They’re Looking For
• Proven estimating experience within a similar environment
• Background in joinery, or shopfitting, etc
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Confident building estimates using Excel (advanced level)
• Highly organised, detail-focused and able to manage multiple tenders
• Comfortable communicating with suppliers, subcontractors and clients
Why It’s Worth a Look
• Stable, well-established business with a strong pipeline of work
• Varied projects – not repetitive quoting
• Good internal structure and support from experienced team
• Opportunity to play a key role in project success from tender stage
If this sounds like something you’d be open to hearing more about, apply now
Salary description
£40000.00 - £53000.00 per year