Estimator - Furniture Manufacturing and Installation

Position: Estimator - Furniture Manufacturing and Installation - Greater
About the Client

Our Client is a well-established specialist in commercial furniture manufacturing and installation, known for quality workmanship and service.

They’re recognized for strong attention to detail, collaborative working, and delivering high-quality projects for a diverse customer base.

Roles/Responsibilities

Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation to build accurate estimates (materials, labor, and time).

Create estimates from internal design drawings to support client quotations.

Track project costs and monitor actual spend against original estimates.

Manage purchasing/procurement, including sourcing suppliers and negotiating pricing/terms.

Coordinate with clients, suppliers, internal teams, and installation teams to resolve cost or supply issues.

Partner with sales, design teams, and subcontractors to refine and update estimates.

Support management with cost planning, scheduling, reporting, and budget monitoring.

Prepare regular cost/expenditure reports and maintain strong budget controls.

Maintain and grow a reliable supplier/subcontractor database.

Support improvements to tendering and procurement processes.

Ensure effective cross-department communication to maintain efficiency.

Contribute to business growth, financial performance, and key project delivery as needed.

Qualifications

Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.

Working knowledge of construction/build processes, tendering, and JCT contracts.

Experience using estimating and/or procurement software.

Strong negotiation skills and proven supplier management experience.

Excellent organization and time-management skills across multiple projects.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders.

Understanding of materials, supply chains, and cost control processes.

Confident communication and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

Collaborative, passionate, and creative team environment.

Professional growth and development opportunities.

Diverse, high-impact commercial projects.

Competitive salary.

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, plus birthday.

Auto-enrolment pension scheme.

Free on-site parking