Estimator
Location: Stourbridge, West Midlands (Office-based)Hours: Full-Time | Permanent - 8am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 per annum (Dependent on Experience)
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Opportunity to work on high-end, bespoke furniture projects
- Supportive, collaborative team culture within a growing business
- Continued professional development and training opportunities
- Involvement in innovative, design-led manufacturing projects
Day to Day Duties:
- Interpret architectural and furniture drawings (AutoCAD) to produce accurate estimates and detailed cost breakdowns
- Liaise with clients, designers, and suppliers to gather comprehensive project details
- Calculate material, labour, and manufacturing costs for bespoke furniture and interior fit-out projects
- Prepare and submit quotations and tender documentation
- Support project handovers, ensuring all commercial details are clearly communicated
- Maintain and update estimates as projects evolve through design and production phases
- Work closely with the procurement team to secure competitive supplier pricing
Essential Skills:
- Proven experience as an Estimator, preferably in contract furniture, bespoke joinery, or interiors
- High numerical accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work to tight deadlines
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Desirable Skills:
- Background in manufacturing, bespoke furniture, interior fit-out, or similar production environments
- Experience working directly with design, sales, and production teams
- Familiarity with costing software or ERP systems
- An understanding of lean manufacturing or value engineering principles
Training:
- On-the-job training provided to familiarise with company-specific processes and systems
- Ongoing mentoring and support from senior team members
- Opportunities for external training courses in estimating, design software, or project management as required
- Development plans to support long-term career progression within the business
How to Apply:
If you're a detail-driven Estimator ready to contribute to beautiful, bespoke furniture projects in a collaborative, growing business, we would love to hear from you.
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