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Location: Berkshire
Salary: 60,000 - 75,000
Type: Permanent
Sector: Office Fit-Out / Refurbishment / Design & Build
We are supporting a leading commercial fit-out and refurbishment contractor in Berkshire who are seeking an experienced Estimator to join their pre-construction team. This is an excellent opportunity for an estimator with a strong background in CAT A, CAT B and D&B fit-out projects to take ownership of tenders and drive the front-end of the business.
The company delivers high-quality office and commercial interiors for corporate clients, professional services firms and technology-led environments across the Thames Valley and London region.
Role Overview:
You will be responsible for preparing detailed and competitive tenders, managing subcontract pricing, supporting early-stage design development and working closely with the pre-construction and delivery teams to ensure accuracy, consistency and commercial efficiency across all bids.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare detailed estimates for CAT A / CAT B office fit-outs and refurbishment schemes
Assess tenders, drawings, specifications and project information
Produce bills of quantities, take-offs and cost breakdowns
Source, manage and negotiate with subcontractors and supply chain partners
Support value engineering and alternative solutions to meet client budgets
Work alongside design, pre-construction and project management teams
Ensure accurate handover to delivery teams with clear cost plans and scope information
Maintain pricing libraries, cost databases and historical project information
Assist with early cost advice and feasibility pricing where required
Experience Required:
4+ years' experience as an Estimator in fit-out, interiors, refurbishment or D&B
Strong technical understanding of commercial interiors, partitions, ceilings, joinery and MEP interfaces
Able to read drawings, measure accurately and provide clear breakdowns
Confident managing tender processes from enquiry through to submission
Strong negotiation and analytical skills
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, client-focused environment
Excellent communication and IT skills
What's on Offer:
Competitive salary 60k-75k, dependent on experience
Opportunity to join a reputable, growing fit-out contractor
Strong pipeline of commercial office fit-out projects
Genuine career progression within pre-construction
Supportive leadership, modern working environment and structured development
If you are an Estimator with experience in commercial fit-out and are looking for a new opportunity in Berkshire, we would love to hear from you.
Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
