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Job Posted: 18 days ago

Salary: £ 55,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Basildon, Essex

Expire in: 10 days

Job Description

ESTIMATOR – REFURBISHMENT & COMMERCIAL FIT-OUT
 Location: Basildon, Essex
Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum
Sector: Refurbishment, Commercial Fit-Out and Internal Finishes

 A well-established refurbishment and commercial fit-out contractor is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its team at its Basildon head office.
 The company delivers commercial refurbishment, maintenance and fit-out projects across London and the Southeast, typically valued up to £500,000. Its projects span commercial, education and public-sector environments, including work within live and occupied buildings.

 THE ROLE
 You will take responsibility for pricing and preparing competitive tenders for refurbishment and fit-out projects, working closely with clients, subcontractors, Project Managers and Contracts Managers.

 Key responsibilities include:
 • Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documents
• Completing accurate measurements and take-offs
• Pricing labour, materials and subcontract packages
• Issuing and managing subcontractor enquiries
• Analysing quotations and identifying commercial risks
• Preparing tender submissions, clarifications and cost breakdowns
• Attending site visits and pre-tender meetings
• Liaising with clients and the operational team throughout pre-construction
• Supporting tender handovers following successful bids

 REQUIREMENTS
 The successful candidate will have previous estimating experience gained within refurbishment, commercial fit-out, internal specialist subcontracting.

 You should also have:
 • Experience across a mixture of internal packages, including dry lining, partitions, flooring and decorating
• A strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing and trade interfaces
• The ability to interpret drawings, specifications and scopes of work
• Good measurement, pricing and numerical skills
• Strong knowledge of Excel and other standard Microsoft Office programs
• Confident communication and subcontractor negotiation skills
• Experience using take-off or estimating software would be advantageous

 Applications are welcomed from experienced Estimators, Quantity Surveyors with strong tendering experience and Project Managers who have commercially managed refurbishment or fit-out projects throughout their lifecycle.

 An HNC, HND or degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related subject would be beneficial, although relevant practical experience will carry equal weight.

 WHAT’S ON OFFER?
 • Salary of up to £70,000, depending on experience
• A stable pipeline of refurbishment and fit-out projects
• A supportive and close-knit commercial team
• Long-term career development and progression
• The opportunity to join a growing contractor with established repeat clients

 TO APPLY
 Apply through this job board or email your CV to Alex @Reinforcedltd . co . uk (remove spaces). You can also contact me directly by phone or connect with me on LinkedIn for a confidential discussion.

 If you are unsure whether the position is right for you, I am happy to offer straightforward and confidential advice about your experience and career options.

 I'm Alex Wallace, Director at Reinforced Recruitment. I specialise in placing commercial, project delivery and pre-construction professionals across London and the Southeast. Whether you're actively exploring new opportunities or simply testing the market, I'll help you find a role that genuinely aligns with your strengths and ambitions

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