Senior Estimator

An established commercial property and asset management business is looking to appoint a Senior Estimator on a full-time, permanent basis.

The business manages a significant commercial and industrial property portfolio across the UK and continues to grow through both existing assets and future development pipeline. This is a strong opportunity for an experienced estimator to join a well-established property group with a varied workload across commercial offices, industrial properties, refurbishments and fit-out projects
.

The role would suit someone who is commercially aware, technically confident and comfortable working across multiple projects at any given time.

As Senior Estimator
, you will be responsible for preparing accurate cost plans and estimates across a range of commercial and industrial property projects.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing and interpreting client briefs, drawings and project documentation
• Producing detailed cost plans aligned with project requirements
• Pricing multiple projects at different stages of development
• Using technical knowledge to price works effectively, including where information may be limited
• Working closely with suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing
• Carrying out site surveys to support design, measurement and quantifying
• Identifying project risks and making suitable cost allowances
• Providing pre-construction advice to support project decision-making
• Understanding compliance requirements and allowing for these within cost plans
• Assessing how project progress, design changes or site conditions may impact cost
• Following internal procedures and supporting wider business objectives

The successful candidate will ideally have estimating experience within construction, commercial fit-out, office refurbishment, industrial property, commercial interiors or building refurbishment
.

You may currently be working as a:

• Senior Estimator
• Estimator
• Pre-Construction Estimator
• Commercial Estimator
• Quantity Surveyor with estimating experience
• Fit-Out Estimator
• Refurbishment Estimator

Experience across commercial offices and industrial environments would be particularly beneficial.

• Previous estimating experience within construction, fit-out or refurbishment
• Strong understanding of commercial office and/or industrial property projects
• Ability to interpret briefs, drawings, specifications and associated documentation
• Strong technical knowledge and commercial awareness
• Ability to manage and price multiple projects at the same time
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt when priorities change
• Confident dealing with suppliers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders

The role offers:

• Salary up to £60,000 per annum
  , depending on experience
• Car allowance up to £5,000 per annum
• Permanent, full-time position
• Long-term project pipeline
• Support from an experienced team
• Opportunity to join an established and growing property group
• Exposure to a broad portfolio of commercial and industrial real estate