Joinery Estimator
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Joinery Estimator preparing commercial fit-out and specialist joinery estimates for Twoconnect’s global clients. Reviewing tenders, calculating costs and supporting submissions through project handover.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare accurate and commercially competitive estimates for commercial fit-out and specialist joinery projects.
- Review tender packs, design drawings, specifications and supporting documentation to understand project scope and client requirements.
- Identify specified materials, finishes, fittings and bespoke joinery requirements.
- Complete quantity take-offs for commercial fit-out and joinery works.
- Calculate material, labour, fabrication, assembly, installation and subcontractor costs.
- Liaise with workshop teams and Project Managers to establish realistic labour hours and production requirements.
- Enter material and labour information into estimating software and verify final cost calculations.
- Identify scope gaps, design risks, technical challenges and potential cost implications.
- Prepare assumptions, exclusions and qualifications for tender submissions.
- Obtain, review and negotiate supplier and specialist subcontractor quotations.
- Maintain knowledge of joinery materials, finishes, hardware, supplier rates and labour costs.
- Identify value-engineering opportunities without compromising design intent or quality.
- Update estimates following design revisions, tender clarifications or scope changes.
- Manage multiple tenders, bids and quotations against client deadlines.
- Prepare detailed cost breakdowns.
- Participate in pre-tender and post-tender meetings.
- Respond to tender queries and provide pricing clarifications.
- Present estimates for internal review and approval.
- Support handover of successful tenders to project delivery and workshop teams.
- Maintain accurate tender records, supplier quotations and supporting documentation.
- Perform other position-level duties as they arise.
Requirements:
- A bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Commercial Management or a related discipline is essential.
- Minimum 5 years’ estimating experience within commercial fit-out projects incorporating woodworking or specialist joinery is essential.
- Strong knowledge of joinery construction methods, materials, finishes, hardware and manufacturing processes is essential.
- Ability to accurately interpret architectural, interior-design and detailed joinery drawings is essential.
- Demonstrated experience completing material take-offs and calculating labour, fabrication and installation requirements is essential.
- Strong commercial awareness and the ability to prepare accurate and competitive estimates are essential.
- Experience sourcing supplier and subcontractor quotations and negotiating pricing is essential.
- Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Excel is essential.
- Strong Microsoft Word, Outlook and general computer skills are essential.
- Ability to manage multiple bids and work to strict tender deadlines is essential.
- High attention to detail and a methodical approach to cost preparation are essential.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills are essential.
- Confidence communicating with clients, designers, suppliers, workshop teams and Project Managers is essential.
- Experience estimating projects within the UK commercial fit-out market is highly regarded.
- Experience working for a specialist joinery manufacturer or fit-out contractor with in-house production is highly regarded.
- Knowledge of UK construction practices, tender processes and subcontractor markets is highly regarded.
- Experience estimating bespoke joinery across workplace, retail, hospitality or leisure projects is highly regarded.
- Experience identifying and presenting value-engineering alternatives is highly regarded.
- Familiarity with computer-aided take-off or specialist joinery estimating systems is highly regarded.
Benefits:
- Work from home
- Monday to Friday 9:00am - 6:00pm GMT/BST (mid shift schedule)
- HMO with 2 free dependents and medical reimbursements
- Government-mandated benefits
- Work from home allowances
- Opportunities to work with leading companies in Australia and beyond
- Training programmes for career development
- Engaging company outings, team activities and wellness sessions
- Supportive, inclusive culture
- Dedicated managers focused on your growth and success
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Additional entitlements
- Structured career development programs
- People-first culture prioritizing stability, growth and genuine care
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