Estimator - Office Fit Out

  • Eden Brown
  • Nov 26, 2025
Full time Construction Estimator Management Architect and Design

Job Description

Estimator - Commercial Fit-Out & Interiors

Location: Berkshire
Salary: 60,000 - 75,000
Type: Permanent
Sector: Office Fit-Out / Refurbishment / Design & Build

We are supporting a leading commercial fit-out and refurbishment contractor in Berkshire who are seeking an experienced Estimator to join their pre-construction team. This is an excellent opportunity for an estimator with a strong background in CAT A, CAT B and D&B fit-out projects to take ownership of tenders and drive the front-end of the business.

The company delivers high-quality office and commercial interiors for corporate clients, professional services firms and technology-led environments across the Thames Valley and London region.



Role Overview:

You will be responsible for preparing detailed and competitive tenders, managing subcontract pricing, supporting early-stage design development and working closely with the pre-construction and delivery teams to ensure accuracy, consistency and commercial efficiency across all bids.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare detailed estimates for CAT A / CAT B office fit-outs and refurbishment schemes

  • Assess tenders, drawings, specifications and project information

  • Produce bills of quantities, take-offs and cost breakdowns

  • Source, manage and negotiate with subcontractors and supply chain partners

  • Support value engineering and alternative solutions to meet client budgets

  • Work alongside design, pre-construction and project management teams

  • Ensure accurate handover to delivery teams with clear cost plans and scope information

  • Maintain pricing libraries, cost databases and historical project information

  • Assist with early cost advice and feasibility pricing where required



Experience Required:

  • 4+ years' experience as an Estimator in fit-out, interiors, refurbishment or D&B

  • Strong technical understanding of commercial interiors, partitions, ceilings, joinery and MEP interfaces

  • Able to read drawings, measure accurately and provide clear breakdowns

  • Confident managing tender processes from enquiry through to submission

  • Strong negotiation and analytical skills

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, client-focused environment

  • Excellent communication and IT skills



What's on Offer:

  • Competitive salary 60k- 75k, dependent on experience

  • Opportunity to join a reputable, growing fit-out contractor

  • Strong pipeline of commercial office fit-out projects

  • Genuine career progression within pre-construction

  • Supportive leadership, modern working environment and structured development

If you are an Estimator with experience in commercial fit-out and are looking for a new opportunity in Berkshire, we would love to hear from you.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.