At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and submit competitive tenders for luxury fit-out projects.
- Company: Join a growing team in a specialist interior and refurbishment contractor.
- Benefits: Enjoy perks like gym access, healthcare, and paid holidays.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for long-term career progression.
- Why this job: Work on prestigious projects and develop your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: 3+ years estimating experience and strong commercial awareness required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Estimator to join a growing commercial team within a specialist interior and refurbishment contractor delivering high-end luxury projects across the UK and Ireland.
This role is ideal for someone with strong commercial awareness and fit-out estimating experience who enjoys working on prestigious hospitality, residential, retail, and commercial projects within a fast-paced environment.
The Role
As Estimator, you will play a key role within the commercial team, supporting the preparation, coordination, and submission of competitive tenders across a variety of luxury fit-out and refurbishment projects. You will work closely with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal operational teams to ensure accurate pricing, commercial compliance, and successful project handovers.
Key Responsibilities
- Review and evaluate incoming tender documentation and drawings
- Compile accurate and commercially compliant cost estimates
- Obtain and analyse quotations from subcontractors and suppliers
- Review contractual and supplementary tender information for commercial impact
- Liaise with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers on technical and pricing matters
- Carry out site visits to assess project and pricing requirements
- Participate in mid-tender and post-tender meetings with clients and design teams
- Follow up submitted tenders and manage post-tender query processes
- Provide detailed internal handover information to operational teams on successful tenders
What We're Looking For
- Minimum 3 years experience within an Estimating role
- Main Contractor fit-out experience preferred
- Knowledge of estimating software systems (Evaluate preferred)
- Strong commercial acumen and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Strong IT skills with a proactive attitude
- Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines effectively
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to work on high-end luxury fit-out projects
- Strong pipeline of hospitality, retail, commercial and residential projects
- Supportive and people-focused company culture
- Long-term career progression opportunities
- Join a business with an excellent reputation for quality and delivery
Interested? Apply now or contact us confidentially for more information.
Skills: Tender Submission, Tender Preparation, Estimating, BOQ, Tenders, Cost Planning, Tendering
Benefits: Gym, Laptop, Medical Aid / Health Care, Mobile Phone, Paid Holidays, Parking, Pension Fund
Estimator in Lisburn employer: reactive-recruitment
Join a dynamic and supportive team in Lisburn, where you will have the opportunity to work on prestigious high-end luxury fit-out projects across the UK and Ireland. Our people-focused culture fosters professional growth and offers long-term career progression, alongside a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical aid, gym access, and a pension fund, making us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
