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Let’s find you the right jobs faster Get Started Search These jobs were popular with other job seekers Blinds and Curtains Installer Hillarys Blinds Measborough Dike, Barnsley (S70), S70 1AA £50,000+ earnings p/a 1 week ago Quantity Surveyor Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD Sheffield (S1), S1 £45000 - £60000 per annum 2 weeks ago Group Layout Designer Avant Homes Ltd Wakefield (WF1), WF1 £30000 - £50000 per annum 4 days ago Estimator ALDWYCH CONSULTING LTD Platts Common, Barnsley (S74), s74 9bf £55000 - £70000 per annum + Benefits & Package 4 weeks ago Retail Scan Associate Circana Barnsley (S70), S70 1RR Unspecified 1 day ago Sales Design Consultant Hillarys Blinds Barnsley (S75), S70 6TY £50000.00 to £50000.00 per year 3 weeks ago Print Account Manager EVO Group Normanton, West Yorkshire, WF6 2TZ From £30,000 to £34,999 per annum 2 days ago Blinds and Curtains Installer Hillarys Blinds Hemsworth, Pontefract (WF9), WF9 4JX £50,000+ earnings p/a 3 weeks ago Warehouse Operative Work Strata Group Limited Carlton, Barnsley (S71), S71 3JL £12.71 - £16.72 per hour 6 days ago Building Regulations Consultant Monaghans Ltd Brightside, Sheffield (S4) Competitive salary and remuneration package 1 month ago Estimator Building Careers UK Ltd View Profile Barnsley (S70), S70 Permanent Contract; On-site Published: 2 days ago £55000 - £65000 per annum + plus package Apply Save Estimator Building Careers UK Ltd Apply Estimator / Senior Estimator - Dry Lining & Interior Fit Out Location - Barnsley Salary/Package - £55,000 - £65,000 + Excellent Benefits Package About the Company Our client is a well-established, family-run construction specialist based in South Yorkshire, delivering projects across the North of England. The business specialises in commercial dry lining, plastering, metal stud partitioning, suspended ceilings, acoustic wall panels, SFS and office fit-outs . They have built a strong reputation for delivering projects on time, on budget and to high standards, with experience across commercial, education, residential, hospitality and refurbishment projects. The company works with major Tier 1 contractors and has developed a strong pipeline of projects ranging from approximately £100k to £2m , with an established and growing business model. The Role Due to continued growth, the business is looking to appoint an experienced Estimator / Senior Estimator to join the commercial team. The role will focus on pricing dry lining, plastering, ceilings, partitions and associated interior fit-out packages, working on projects from initial enquiry through to tender submission and handover. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator who wants to join a growing specialist contractor and take genuine ownership of the estimating function. Key Responsibilities Reviewing tender enquiries, drawings, specifications and scopes of work Preparing accurate and competitive estimates for dry lining and interior fit-out projects Pricing projects ranging from approximately £100k - £2m Carrying out detailed quantity take-offs and measurements Building up rates for labour, materials, plant, access and preliminaries Obtaining and reviewing supplier and subcontractor quotations Preparing tender submissions and supporting documentation Identifying risks, exclusions and commercial opportunities Liaising with clients, Tier 1 contractors, suppliers and subcontractors Reviewing technical drawings and specifications Identifying value engineering opportunities where appropriate Ensuring estimates are accurate and commercially competitive Supporting tender adjudication and final pricing Preparing clear tender breakdowns and pricing documentation Working closely with the commercial and operational teams Assisting with the handover of successful tenders into delivery Maintaining accurate estimating records and cost information Supporting the continued development of estimating processes and procedures The Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will ideally have: Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator within construction Strong experience within dry lining, plastering, ceilings, partitions or interior fit out Experience pricing projects for main contractors / Tier 1 contractors Good understanding of construction costs and first-principles estimating Ability to read drawings, specifications and tender documentation Strong quantity take-off and measurement skills Experience obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations Strong commercial awareness Excellent attention to detail Strong Excel and general IT skills Excellent communication and negotiation skills Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines A proactive and commercially focused approach Experience working with major contractors such as Tier 1 construction businesses would be advantageous What's on Offer £55,000 - £65,000 salary + package Barnsley-based head office Established and growing specialist contractor Projects typically ranging from £100k - £2m Strong Tier 1 contractor client base Opportunity to work across dry lining and interior fit-out projects Genuine opportunity to take ownership of estimating Long-term career progression Supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of the business Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDCOM Apply Building Careers UK Ltd Other Manufacturing 161 Jobs The company is part of Company Profile In Short Industry HR & Recruitment Founded 2007 Location Skelmersdale, West Lancs Company size 51-250 About Us Building Careers is a market leading recruitment specialist in construction, housing and property. Based in the North West and Yorkshire, Building Careers offers permanent and temporary staffing solutions to both the public and private sector. As a sustainable and profitable people focused business, we endeavour to deliver a quality of service that is second to none through a highly knowledgeable, committed team who put our clients and candidates at the heart of what we do. We aim to boost business growth and build a better and bigger construction industry in the region. At Building Careers we pride ourselves on being more than just a construction recruitment agency – we are architects of careers and builders of futures. With a legacy of 18 years marked by brilliance in delivery, we have become a cornerstone in the construction industry, connecting talent with opportunity. Sectors As a business, we specialise in over 15 different sectors within Construction and Property, recruiting the people that put the initial ideas on the page right through to those that complete the projects brick by brick. Our team cover both temporary and permanent recruitment for office and site based roles across the UK and beyond. Our professionally trained recruitment consultants dedicate their time to one particular sector, allowing them to develop their expertise to the highest standard within that field. Candidates We understand that the construction industry requires a unique blend of skills, experience, and cultural fit. Our team of experts goes beyond conventional recruitment, delving deep into the intricacies of each project and the specific needs of our clients. We meticulously select candidates who not only meet technical requirements but also align with the ethos of the companies they join. For job seekers, we are the pathway to fulfilling, rewarding careers. We provide guidance, support, and opportunities for growth within the dynamic world of construction. From skilled trades to management roles, we empower individuals to build careers that withstand the test of time. What do our clients think? We are the strategic partner in shaping the future of their projects. By connecting them with top-tier talent, we contribute to the creation of innovative, sustainable, and successful ventures that stand as a testament to progress in the construction industry. "I have worked with Joanne Fisher for 2.5 years...The calibre of the trades and labour she has supplied us has been outstanding resulting in a lot of the workers being on site from the beginning and will be likely to join us on future projects in the North West. Joanne has continued to look after us and the workers throughout Furlough and has been professional throughout." Michael Green, Senior Project Manager at GRAHAM What do our clients think? “In the construction industry it’s important to find the right quality of employees. Building Careers has been able to source the right type of candidates for all disciplines, to ensure my business was run successfully, managed adequately and was able to deliver for our clients. “The quality of service we received was outstanding. They took the pressure away in sourcing the right candidates. Over the last 15 years we have developed a trust, where Mark and his team has sourced the correct quality candidates at any given time, no matter where in the country. We’ve had some exceptional talent through Building Careers. Talent that has postively influenced our bottom line. The appointment of Mark and Building Careers has been one of the best business decisions I’ve made in construction.” Andy McDonough, Ex-Watkin Jones MD Similar Estimator Jobs Popular with Other Job Seekers Blinds and Curtains Installer Hillarys Blinds Measborough Dike, Barnsley (S70), S70 1AA £50,000+ earnings p/a 1 week ago Quantity Surveyor Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD Sheffield (S1), S1 £45000 - £60000 per annum 2 weeks ago Group Layout Designer Avant Homes Ltd Wakefield (WF1), WF1 £30000 - £50000 per annum 4 days ago Estimator ALDWYCH CONSULTING LTD Platts Common, Barnsley (S74), s74 9bf £55000 - £70000 per annum + Benefits & Package 4 weeks ago Retail Scan Associate Circana Barnsley (S70), S70 1RR Unspecified 1 day ago Sales Design Consultant Hillarys Blinds Barnsley (S75), S70 6TY £50000.00 to £50000.00 per year 3 weeks ago Print Account Manager EVO Group Normanton, West Yorkshire, WF6 2TZ From £30,000 to £34,999 per annum 2 days ago Blinds and Curtains Installer Hillarys Blinds Hemsworth, Pontefract (WF9), WF9 4JX £50,000+ earnings p/a 3 weeks ago Warehouse Operative Work Strata Group Limited Carlton, Barnsley (S71), S71 3JL £12.71 - £16.72 per hour 6 days ago Building Regulations Consultant Monaghans Ltd Brightside, Sheffield (S4) Competitive salary and remuneration package 1 month ago Estimator jobs Estimator jobs in Barnsley, South Yorkshire Construction jobs Construction jobs in Barnsley, South Yorkshire Estimating jobs Estimating jobs in Barnsley, South Yorkshire Jobs in Barnsley, South Yorkshire Invigilator jobs Modeler jobs Junior Estimator jobs Estimator Curtain Walling jobs Assessor jobs Managing Estimator jobs Intelligence Analyst jobs Innovator jobs Senior Estimator jobs Risk Manager jobs Analyst jobs Construction Estimator jobs Pricing Analyst jobs Mechanical Estimator jobs Joinery Estimator jobs Calibration jobs Get hired. 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