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Job Title: Intermediate Estimator
Location: City of London
Salary: £65,000 – £70,000 per annum
Type: Permanent
Company Overview
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.
Role Overview
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.
Key Responsibilities
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.
Essential Skills & Experience
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.
Desirable Attributes
Professional qualifications such as MRICS/ACostE or a degree in Quantity Surveying/Construction Management.
Experience with project management software (e.g., Procore, 1Breadcrumb).
What’s on Offer
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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