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Estimator in Manchester (M1), M1 | Building Careers UK Ltd My career My jobs MA My account Search These jobs were popular with other job seekers Estimator Building Careers UK Ltd Manchester (M1), M1 £45000 - £65000 per annum + plus package 2 weeks ago Quantity Surveyor Russell Taylor Group Ltd Manchester, Greater Manchester Competitive 2 weeks ago Assistant Quantity Surveyor Lester Lloyd Limited Manchester (M20) From £30,000 to £37,000 per annum Car allowance, Pension, Healthcare, 2 weeks ago Assistant QS Chevron Traffic Management Ltd Manchester, Greater Manchester, M24 2RW Plus Benefits 3 days ago Quantity Surveyor S & D Trade Recruitment Limited Manchester (M1) From £60,000 to £75,000 per annum salary flexibility, flexi time, remo 4 weeks ago Quantity Surveyor – Fit Out Mitchell Maguire Manchester (M11) From £60,000 to £80,000 per annum 1 month ago Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Claims Building Careers UK Ltd Warrington (WA1), WA1 £35000 - £45000 per annum + plus package 2 weeks ago Estimator Morson Edge Manchester (M32), M32 0RS £70k - 80k per year 3 weeks ago Quantity Surveyor UK Staffing Group Civic Centre, Manchester (M22), M22 5TG £55000 - £75000 per annum 1 week ago Senior Estimator Building Careers UK Ltd Manchester (M1), M1 Up to £65000 per annum + plus package 1 day ago Estimator Building Careers UK Ltd View Profile Manchester (M1), M1 Permanent Contract; On-site Published: 3 days ago £50000 - £65000 per annum + plus package Apply Save Estimator Building Careers UK Ltd Apply Estimator - Fit Out & FF&E Location: Manchester / North West Salary: 50k to 65k plus Excellent Benefits Package Job Type: Permanent About the Company An established specialist contractor operating within the laboratory, education, healthcare, pharmaceutical and commercial sectors is looking to strengthen its commercial team with the appointment of an experienced Estimator - Fit Out & FF&E . The business specialises in the design, manufacture and installation of bespoke laboratory furniture, fume cupboards, storage solutions and associated fit-out works, delivering projects across the UK and internationally. With more than 70 years of industry experience, the company provides a complete service from initial consultation and design through to manufacture, installation and project completion. Its Manchester-based manufacturing operation produces bespoke furniture and specialist solutions to meet individual project requirements, with a strong focus on quality, functionality and cost efficiency. The Role As Estimator - Fit Out & FF&E , you will be responsible for preparing accurate and commercially competitive estimates for a range of laboratory fit-out, furniture and FF&E packages. Working closely with the design, commercial, procurement and project delivery teams, you will interpret drawings and specifications, obtain supplier and subcontractor quotations, develop project costs and ensure tenders are submitted accurately and within required timescales. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator with a background in fit out, interiors, FF&E, joinery, furniture or specialist construction to join a highly established and technically focused business. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate estimates and tenders for fit-out, FF&E and specialist laboratory projects. Review drawings, specifications, schedules and tender documentation. Undertake detailed quantity take-offs and prepare project costings. Price labour, materials, plant, subcontract packages and specialist works. Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and subcontractors. Identify commercial risks, exclusions, assumptions and opportunities within tender packages. Liaise with design and technical teams to ensure estimates reflect the proposed specification and design. Work closely with procurement to ensure competitive and accurate supply-chain pricing. Review project requirements and identify potential value engineering opportunities. Prepare detailed tender submissions and supporting documentation. Ensure estimates are completed accurately and submitted within agreed deadlines. Attend pre-tender meetings, site visits and client meetings where required. Assist with tender adjudications and handovers to the commercial/project delivery teams. Maintain accurate estimating records and pricing information. Monitor market costs and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors. Support the continuous improvement of estimating processes and commercial procedures. The Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will ideally have: Proven experience working as an Estimator within fit out, interiors, FF&E, joinery, furniture or a related construction environment . Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications and tender documentation. Experience producing detailed estimates and undertaking quantity take-offs. Experience pricing materials, labour, subcontractors and specialist packages. Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail. Excellent Excel and general IT skills. Strong negotiation and communication skills. The ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously. A methodical and commercially focused approach. Experience working with bespoke or technically detailed projects would be advantageous. Relevant construction, estimating, quantity surveying or commercial qualification would be beneficial. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a well-established specialist business working on technically interesting projects across the education, research, healthcare, pharmaceutical and commercial sectors . The successful candidate will be joining a business with extensive in-house design and manufacturing capability, delivering projects from initial design and costing through to manufacture and installation. 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. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. Building Careers UK is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Please Note: Due to the high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDCOM Apply Building Careers UK Ltd Other Manufacturing 13 Reviews 194 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 Estimator Building Careers UK Ltd Manchester (M1), M1 £45000 - £65000 per annum + plus package 2 weeks ago Quantity Surveyor Russell Taylor Group Ltd Manchester, Greater Manchester Competitive 2 weeks ago Assistant Quantity Surveyor Lester Lloyd Limited Manchester (M20) From £30,000 to £37,000 per annum Car allowance, Pension, Healthcare, 2 weeks ago Assistant QS Chevron Traffic Management Ltd Manchester, Greater Manchester, M24 2RW Plus Benefits 3 days ago Quantity Surveyor S & D Trade Recruitment Limited Manchester (M1) From £60,000 to £75,000 per annum salary flexibility, flexi time, remo 4 weeks ago Quantity Surveyor – Fit Out Mitchell Maguire Manchester (M11) From £60,000 to £80,000 per annum 1 month ago Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Claims Building Careers UK Ltd Warrington (WA1), WA1 £35000 - £45000 per annum + plus package 2 weeks ago Estimator Morson Edge Manchester (M32), M32 0RS £70k - 80k per year 3 weeks ago Quantity Surveyor UK Staffing Group Civic Centre, Manchester (M22), M22 5TG £55000 - £75000 per annum 1 week ago Senior Estimator Building Careers UK Ltd Manchester (M1), M1 Up to £65000 per annum + plus package 1 day ago Estimator jobs Estimator jobs in Manchester Construction jobs Construction jobs in Manchester Estimating jobs Estimating jobs in Manchester Jobs in Manchester Data Analysis jobs Junior Estimator jobs Managing Estimator jobs Design Estimator jobs Estimator Curtain Walling jobs Vehicle Estimator jobs Loss Adjuster jobs Senior Estimator jobs Risk Manager jobs Analyst jobs Construction Estimator jobs Estimating Specialist jobs Mechanical Estimator jobs Joinery Estimator jobs Pricing Analyst jobs Get hired. 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