At a Glance
- Tasks: Estimating, surveying, and managing joinery and carpentry projects from tender to completion.
- Company: A well-established joinery company delivering bespoke solutions across commercial and residential sectors.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, long-term career progression, and a supportive working environment.
- Other info: Location: Basildon, Essex; projects span London and the South East.
- Why this job: Opportunity to play a key role in expanding the Site Carpentry division.
- Qualifications: Experience as an Estimator or Surveyor in the joinery and carpentry sector is essential.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Location: Basildon Essex
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
About Us
We are a well-established and growing joinery company delivering high-quality bespoke joinery and carpentry solutions across commercial and residential sectors. Due to continued growth and an increasing demand for our site carpentry services, we are seeking an experienced Estimator / Surveyor to join our team. This is a key position within the business, offering the opportunity to help develop and expand our Site Carpentry division while working closely with the directors to drive future growth.
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for estimating, surveying and commercial management of joinery and carpentry projects from tender stage through to completion. Key duties will include:
- Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
- Preparing accurate estimates and quotations.
- Carrying out quantity take-offs and site surveys.
- Procuring materials and subcontractors.
- Managing project costs, variations and valuations.
- Liaising with clients, contractors, suppliers and site teams.
- Assisting with business development opportunities.
- Supporting the growth of the company's site carpentry offering.
Requirements
Essential:
- Previous experience as an Estimator, Quantity Surveyor or Surveyor within the joinery and carpentry sector.
- Strong understanding of first fix, second fix and finishing carpentry packages.
- Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Excellent commercial awareness and cost management skills.
- Strong communication and organisational abilities.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable:
- Experience working on commercial fit-out, residential or specialist joinery projects.
- Existing relationships within the construction industry.
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and package.
- Opportunity to play a key role in the growth of an expanding business.
- Long-term career progression.
- Supportive and ambitious working environment.
- Varied and interesting projects across London and the South East.
If you are an experienced Estimator or Surveyor looking for an opportunity to make a real impact and help develop a growing Site Carpentry division, we would like to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV and a brief covering note outlining your relevant experience.
Carpentry Estimator/Surveyor in Wickford employer: Total Joinery Solutions Ltd
Join a growing joinery company based in Basildon, Essex, offering competitive salaries and long-term career progression. Work on varied projects across London and the South East while supporting the expansion of the Site Carpentry division.
Contact Details:
Total Joinery Solutions Ltd Recruitment Team
