Estimator Commercial Fit Out

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Estimator | Commercial Fit-Out & Refurbishment Location: Chatham / Mid-Kent
Want to apply Read all the information about this position below, then hit the apply button. 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. xehkeey
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:
Maidstone
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Construction And Property

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