Fit Out Estimator
Fit-Out Estimator
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Site and Office based.
Contract Type: Permanent
Department: Fit Out
Hours: 45 hours per week (7:00am – 4:00pm)
We are currently seeking an experienced Fit-Out Estimator on behalf of one of our clients. This candidate will join and support the commercial team in their continued growth of a specialist fit-out division delivering high-quality projects across a range of sectors.
Operating within a Principal Contractor environment, you will be responsible for producing accurate, compliant, and competitive tenders from initial enquiry through to contract award. This is a client-facing role requiring strong commercial awareness, technical capability, and the confidence to engage with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers throughout the tender process.
Key Responsibilities
Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications, and client briefs to determine full project scope
Attend site and tender walkthroughs to validate information, identify risks, and propose proactive solutions
Accurately prepare detailed cost estimates, including labour, materials, preliminaries, and subcontract packages
Carry out full take-offs from drawings and specifications
Coordinate with internal teams to ensure fully inclusive and compliant tender submissions
Obtain, review, and negotiate competitive subcontractor and supplier quotations
Produce tender programmes, scopes of work, qualifications, and clarifications
Raise RFIs to resolve unclear or incomplete tender information
Establish and develop new tender opportunities by interpreting specifications and drawings
Submit quotations within agreed timelines while meeting departmental targets
Attend pre-construction, tender review, and handover meetings
Provide clear and structured handovers to the Contracts team following successful bids
Maintain professional and confident communication with clients throughout the tender process
Essential Requirements
Proven experience within fit-out contracting and/or estimating
Strong background in Principal Contractor estimating
Good understanding of building regulations and construction sequencing
Solid technical, numerical, and analytical skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Microsoft Project
Ability to manage multiple tenders and priorities simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Professional and confident in client-facing environments
Full UK driving licence with flexibility to attend UK-wide site and tender visitsKey Attributes & Behaviours
Self-motivated, driven, and able to work under pressure
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Collaborative team player with a positive, solution-focused approach
Commercially aware with a focus on value and risk management
Adaptable and proactive in fast-paced tender environmentsWhat’s on Offer
Eligibility for the Employee-Owned Trust (EOT) after 12 months of employment
Private healthcare and dental insurance
Life insurance
Pension scheme
Length of service recognition
TradePoint discount scheme
Access to private financial advice
A wide range of family-friendly benefits