Estimator Commercial Fit Out

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Job Description

Estimator | Commercial Fit-Out & Refurbishment

Location: Chatham / Mid-Kent

Salary: Up to £75,000 + Package (DOE)

Employment Type: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

The Opportunity

Are you a sharp, detail-oriented Estimator looking to join a thriving commercial contractor in Mid-Kent?

We are recruiting for a Permanent Estimator to join a well-established firm in the Chatham area specializing in high-quality commercial fit-outs and refurbishments. From modern office transformations to high-street retail and industrial refits, our client has a reputation for delivering projects on time, on budget, and to an exceptional standard.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Estimator who enjoys the fast-paced nature of fit-out and wants to play a key role in winning and shaping high-profile commercial projects across Kent and the South East.

The Role

As the Estimator, you will lead the tendering process from initial enquiry to project handover:

  • Tendering: Producing accurate and competitive prime cost estimates for commercial fit-out and refurbishment schemes.

  • Take-offs: Conducting detailed take-offs from drawings and specifications.

  • Subcontractor Liaison: Sending out inquiries to a trusted supply chain and analyzing quotes to ensure \"apples-for-apples\" comparisons.

  • Site Visits: Attending pre-tender site meetings to identify potential risks or logistical challenges.

  • Value Engineering: Identifying opportunities to save costs for the client without compromising the design intent.

  • Handover: Working closely with the Project Management and Surveying teams to ensure a smooth transition from bid to build.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Sector Experience: Proven experience estimating for commercial fit-out (CAT A & CAT B) or refurbishment projects.

  • Technical Proficiency: Strong IT skills, ideally with experience in estimating software (e.g., Conquest, Bluebeam, or similar).

  • Commercial Awareness: A deep understanding of current market rates for labor and materials in the SE England region.

  • Communication: Ability to build strong relationships with clients, architects, and subcontractors.

  • Local Focus: Based in or near Mid-Kent (Chatham, Maidstone, Gillingham) for easy office access.

The Package

  • Competitive salary up to £75,000 (dependent on experience).

  • Full benefits package including pension and car allowance/travel.

  • A professional, collaborative office environment with a strong pipeline of work.

How to Apply

If you have the estimating expertise and the drive to help win exciting commercial projects in Kent, get in touch today.


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Location:
Chatham
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Real Estate

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