Estimator - Bespoke Joinery & Furniture

Estimator - Bespoke Joinery & Furniture

Job Title: Estimator - Specialist Joinery & Woodworking

Job reference Number: -26197

Industry Sector: Estimator, Estimating, Estimates, Contractors, Main Contractors, Sub-Contractors, Joinery, Cabinets, Furniture, Desks, Surfaces, Units, Counters, Fit-out, Interiors, Bespoke Joinery, Woodwork, Machinery, Fabrication, Commercial, Refurbishment, Retail Fit-Out, Shop Fit-Out, D&B, Manufacture, Contractors

Office Based: Guildford

Remuneration: £38,000 - £40,000neg

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Responsibilities

• Estimator position dealing with a high end range of bespoke furniture & joinery projects for residential sectors (desks, panelling, furniture, cabinets, surfaces etc.)
• Managing projects from initial enquiry through to final quotation, ensuring accurate and commercially viable pricing
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documents to identify scope, materials, quantities and project requirements
• Producing detailed take-offs, BOQs and quotations within required deadlines
• Estimating material, labour, manufacturing and installation costs
• Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain costs for specialist materials and outsourced requirements
• Working closely with designers, architects, clients and production teams throughout the estimating process
• Providing technical support, answering client queries and maintaining strong relationships
• Supporting project handovers and monitoring costs through to completion

Qualifications

• Must have Estimating experience within the joinery, bespoke interior products, furniture market or closely related sectors
• Great technical knowledge and good understanding of industry processes, materials and costs
• Highly organized with good attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Good team player who also works well individually