Estimator, Construction, Building & Residential Construction

Estimator (Full-Time, Permanent)

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Location:

Norwich (office-based)

The Role

We are working with a fast-growing, forward-thinking construction business delivering high-quality fit-out and refurbishment projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an ambitious and detail-driven Estimator to join their commercial team.

This role would suit someone who enjoys analysing complex project information, interpreting specifications and drawings, and producing accurate, commercially robust pricing. You’ll play a key role in shaping projects from concept through to handover.

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary package

* Pension scheme

* Professional development and training opportunities

* 20 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day per year up to 25 days

* Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing support)

* Retail and travel discounts

* Free on-site parking

Key Responsibilities

* Review and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, schedules and design information

* Break down project documentation to identify scope, risks, gaps and cost drivers

* Produce detailed cost estimates and pricing models for fit-out and refurbishment works

* Carry out full take-offs and quantification from drawings

* Obtain and analyse supplier and subcontractor quotations for compliance and completeness

* Build detailed pricing breakdowns and subcontract packages

* Identify and highlight commercial and technical risks, scope gaps and ambiguities

* Support value engineering exercises where appropriate

* Provide clear cost breakdowns and pricing assumptions during project handover

Person Specification

Essential

* Minimum 5 years’ experience estimating within the construction industry

* Background in fit-out, refurbishment or interior construction projects

* Strong ability to interpret drawings and specifications

* Excellent numerical, analytical and organisational skills

* Strong Excel and estimating software capability

* Good understanding of construction methods and sequencing

Desirable

* Degree or professional qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or similar

* Experience working under JCT contracts

* Knowledge of cost planning and commercial risk management

Personal Attributes

* Analytical and methodical approach to work

* High attention to detail with the ability to spot inconsistencies

* Commercially aware and realistic in pricing decisions

* Confident communicator, able to liaise with designers, subcontractors and project teams

For more information, please contact SFR Recruitment Solutions Ltd