Estimator
| Posting date: | 11 April 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £50,000 to £60,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 May 2025 |
| Location: | LE16 7PS |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Ecruit |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Estimator - EC Leicestershire UK |
Summary
Estimator – Commercial Fit-Out & Refurbishment – £50,000–£60,000 DOE + up to 25% annual bonus – Market Harborough HQ (LE16 7PS) Occasional Travel
The Role
Do you enjoy turning drawings and specs into clear, competitive tenders? Have you built your estimating career in commercial fit-out and refurbishment?
We’re looking for an Estimator to join our growing team and take the lead on tendering and cost planning for projects across the UK. You'll work closely with the Commercial Director and guide a Junior Estimator, delivering accurate estimates and helping shape winning bids.
If this sounds like the right fit, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your estimating career.
Key Responsibilities:
Estimating & Cost Planning
Prepare detailed cost estimates from drawings, specs, and site visits
Build tenders covering multiple trades: drywall, ceilings, flooring, M&E, HVAC
Manage pricing across several live tenders, ensuring quality and profitability
Collaboration
Work with project managers, sales and design teams to understand project scope
Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing
Help refine scope and programme using site and commercial input
Tenders & Bid Strategy
Lead bid submissions and ensure they are clear, competitive, and commercially sound
Experience with public sector tenders (schools, hospitals) is a strong advantage
Support pre-construction planning and value engineering
Commercial Oversight
Work with the Commercial Director to monitor pricing trends and cost forecasts
Maintain estimating tools and cost libraries (experience with Onscreen Takeoff is a bonus)
Provide clear handovers to the delivery team
Team Leadership
Support and mentor the Junior Estimator
Help improve internal systems and ways of working
The Company
We are a reputable commercial turnkey solution fit-out and refurbishment company, located in Northamptonshire, UK. Our track record of delivering top-notch commercial fitouts is a testament to our commitment to excellence, creativity, and on-time project completion. We've earned a strong reputation in the industry.
The Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience.
Performance-based bonuses.
Health and wellness benefits.
Collaborative and vibrant work environment.
Company Car allowance.
The Person
At least 5 years’ experience in estimating commercial fit-outs or refurbishments
Strong knowledge across multiple trades and project types
Confident working on public sector tenders is desirable
Accurate, commercially aware, and good with numbers
Comfortable using estimating software and digital tools
A team player with excellent communication skills
The Role
Do you enjoy turning drawings and specs into clear, competitive tenders? Have you built your estimating career in commercial fit-out and refurbishment?
We’re looking for an Estimator to join our growing team and take the lead on tendering and cost planning for projects across the UK. You'll work closely with the Commercial Director and guide a Junior Estimator, delivering accurate estimates and helping shape winning bids.
If this sounds like the right fit, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your estimating career.
Key Responsibilities:
Estimating & Cost Planning
Prepare detailed cost estimates from drawings, specs, and site visits
Build tenders covering multiple trades: drywall, ceilings, flooring, M&E, HVAC
Manage pricing across several live tenders, ensuring quality and profitability
Collaboration
Work with project managers, sales and design teams to understand project scope
Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing
Help refine scope and programme using site and commercial input
Tenders & Bid Strategy
Lead bid submissions and ensure they are clear, competitive, and commercially sound
Experience with public sector tenders (schools, hospitals) is a strong advantage
Support pre-construction planning and value engineering
Commercial Oversight
Work with the Commercial Director to monitor pricing trends and cost forecasts
Maintain estimating tools and cost libraries (experience with Onscreen Takeoff is a bonus)
Provide clear handovers to the delivery team
Team Leadership
Support and mentor the Junior Estimator
Help improve internal systems and ways of working
The Company
We are a reputable commercial turnkey solution fit-out and refurbishment company, located in Northamptonshire, UK. Our track record of delivering top-notch commercial fitouts is a testament to our commitment to excellence, creativity, and on-time project completion. We've earned a strong reputation in the industry.
The Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience.
Performance-based bonuses.
Health and wellness benefits.
Collaborative and vibrant work environment.
Company Car allowance.
The Person
At least 5 years’ experience in estimating commercial fit-outs or refurbishments
Strong knowledge across multiple trades and project types
Confident working on public sector tenders is desirable
Accurate, commercially aware, and good with numbers
Comfortable using estimating software and digital tools
A team player with excellent communication skills