Bennett & Game are delighted to partner with an innovative, well-established Design & Build contractor known for delivering exceptional commercial fit-out projects. With over two decades of success, a robust turnover of £12 million, and a passionate team of 25 industry professionals, this company consistently creates outstanding and sustainable spaces across diverse sectors. Due to continued expansion, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Estimator to join their dedicated team based in North Manchester.

If you are an ambitious Estimator seeking an exciting career move within a forward-thinking company that values professional development and collaboration, this role offers excellent opportunities for growth.

Estimator Salary & Benefits:

Salary: £40k - £60k (DOE)
Car allowance
Hybrid working opportunities
25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
Pension scheme
Continuous CPD and professional training
Defined career progression in a supportive, team-oriented environment

Estimator Role Overview:

Responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates and cost plans for commercial fit-out projects ranging from £100k to £3m.
Analysing project specifications, drawings, and tender documents to ensure thorough cost coverage.
Obtaining and negotiating competitive prices from suppliers and subcontractors to achieve best-value procurement.
Evaluating tender returns and providing detailed analysis and reports to senior management.
Coordinating closely with project teams to ensure seamless transition from tender acceptance to project initiation.
Proactively identifying and managing project risks during the estimation phase.
Providing cost advice and guidance to clients and internal stakeholders to inform project feasibility and budgets.
Staying abreast of market trends, pricing fluctuations, and new technologies that impact the cost management process.

Estimator Job Requirements:

Proven experience as an Estimator, ideally within commercial fit-out, refurbishment, or construction sectors.
Demonstrable ability to accurately price and secure profitable projects.
Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and market pricing.
Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
Proficiency with estimating software and general IT skills, particularly spreadsheets and databases.
A detail-oriented approach with excellent organisational abilities.
Full UK driving licence with willingness to travel occasionally as required.

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.